Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Services
Overview
Mental health is a vital part of a child's overall well-being, impacting their emotions, behaviour, and development. The AKUH Child and Adolescent Psychiatry service provides comprehensive mental health care for children and adolescents. Our goal is to support children in overcoming challenges and achieving their fullest potential through compassionate and evidence-based care.
Conditions We Treat
We address a variety of mental health conditions, including:
Mood disorders: Depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia.
Anxiety disorders: Generalised anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Trauma-related disorders: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), acute stress disorder.
Eating disorders: Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID).
Substance use disorders: Management of drugs intoxication, withdrawals, and relapse prevention.
Neurodevelopmental disorders: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities.
Behavioural disorders: Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder.
And more.
To learn more about our highly trained and skilled experts, search on Find a Doctor under the speciality of Psychiatry.
At AKUH, we are committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to help children and adolescents achieve their full potential. If you are concerned about your child's mental health, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Early intervention can make a significant difference.
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