Does your child constantly argue, lose their temper, or push every limit, no matter how small? If you’ve ever typed “does my child have oppositional defiant disorder?” into Google at 2 am, you’re not alone. As a psychologist, I’ve worked with many families who say: “Every day is a power struggle.” “They explode over the
Does your child seem to learn slower than others their age? Do they have trouble understanding instructions, solving simple problems, or remembering what they’re taught? You might be wondering: “Does my child have an intellectual disability?” Intellectual disability in kids means a child’s thinking and everyday learning skills develop more slowly than expected. It’s not
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Has your child stopped making eye contact? Do they seem uncomfortable around other kids or hate loud sounds? Are they repeating the same actions over and over? You might be wondering: “Is this just a phase… or could it be autism?” Around 1 in 36 children are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). In India,
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Childhood depression is not rare anymore; it’s rising quietly and quickly. Globally, around 3% of children and 13% of adolescents experience depression, according to WHO data. In India, recent studies show that 1 in 5 adolescents reports symptoms of mental distress, yet most go undiagnosed. As a child psychologist, I’ve seen how easy it is
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Is your 4-year-old hitting, lying, or showing zero guilt after hurting others? Do you feel like nothing, no time-outs, no rewards seem to work? You’re not just dealing with a strong-willed child. In some cases, these can be early signs of conduct disorder. It’s rare, but yes, even preschoolers can show serious behavioural red flags.
“Why is my 7-year-old scared to sleep alone?”“Is it normal for my child to feel sick every morning before school?”“Could this be anxiety or something else?” If questions like these feel familiar, you’re not alone. Childhood anxiety affects 1 in 8 children globally, yet many parents don’t recognise the early signs until it starts disrupting
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“My child is so smart—but they can’t seem to follow simple instructions.”“She gets good grades but breaks down when asked to wrap a gift or pack her bag.”“Why does something so basic feel so hard?” As a child psychologist with over 7 years of experience, I’ve heard these questions in therapy rooms more times than
If you’re wondering why your child can’t sit still, always interrupts, forgets everything, or just seems “all over the place”, you’re not alone.Many parents think it’s just misbehaviour or too much screen time. But for some kids, it’s something deeper: ADHD. ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) isn’t about laziness or bad parenting.It’s a neurodevelopmental condition that affects
Hi, I’m a child psychologist at PsychiCare. I work with children who struggle with emotions, behavior, and trauma. Many parents worry when their child seems sad, anxious, or withdrawn. Some even consider therapy, but kids don’t always have the words to explain their feelings. Studies show that 1 in 6 children between ages 2-8 has
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