Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Mental illnesses in children, such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorders, psychiatric problems during adolescence, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, identity development issues, depression, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders, are treated by our department doctors and psychologists.
Child and adolescent psychiatry is a medical specialty that deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and management of mental health problems in children and adolescents. This field covers a wide range of psychiatric issues, including mental disorders, behavioral problems, emotional disorders, and learning difficulties, starting from childhood.
Psychiatrists working in this field create treatment plans that are appropriate for the age, developmental level, and individual characteristics of children and adolescents. These treatments include medication therapy, psychotherapy, family therapy, and educational programs.
Child and adolescent psychiatry is also important in raising awareness of mental health problems in children and adolescents and in helping to prevent these problems. Experts working in this field collaborate with parents and other healthcare professionals to support the healthy growth and development of children and adolescents.
