“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 Many parents worry when their child seems sad, anxious, or withdrawn.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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