Child Psychiatry
Child and adolescent psychiatric disorders can stem from multiple factors and require a detailed evaluation by our psychiatrists. We look into the child’s present emotional or behavioral problems, present and past physical health and development, as well as the child’s family and peer relationships, among many other sources. This information greatly helps our psychiatrists in providing the best treatment for the child. It is important to gather information in a non-judgemental, holistic way, so that all members of the family are adequately heard and are able to express their thoughts in an open space. Only then can we come up with a treatment plan that is meaningful and helpful to all members that are involved.
Treatment may include therapy, medication management, and possible involvement of other professionals, prioritizing proper and sensitive treatment catered to the child’s mental health wellness.
There are many different ailments that a child can suffer from including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, ADHD, Autistic spectrum disorders, learning disorders, personality disorders, oppositional defiant disorders, conduct disorder, along with phobias. Children and adolescents can present mental health concerns in different manners compared to how adults present, so it is important to have a skilled psychiatrist to look at the patient’s overall situation to determine the diagnosis and the best treatment plan. It is important for the child or adolescent to be interested in the treatment plan and in getting better, and we look to explain to them why it is important for them to work with their family and the treatment team and how it can benefit them in the short and long run.
We will work together to determine the best plan for your child, whether it be therapy or medication changes. We look to see if behavioral changes with therapy can be implemented before switching to medications, as medications have side effects, as we all know, and it is ideal to see if simple behavioral changes can make a difference first. Sometimes having behavioral interventions can make a huge difference in the life of a child, and other times, having a medication can make a marked difference. That is why it is important to see the child or adolescent where he or she is, and to see what symptoms can be treated in the best manners possible.
There are many different ailments that a child can suffer from including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, ADHD, Autistic spectrum disorders, learning disorders, personality disorders, oppositional defiant disorders, conduct disorder, along with phobias. Children and adolescents can present mental health concerns in different manners compared to how adults present, so it is important to have a skilled psychiatrist to look at the patient’s overall situation to determine the diagnosis and the best treatment plan. It is important for the child or adolescent to be interested in the treatment plan and in getting better, and we look to explain to them why it is important for them to work with their family and the treatment team and how it can benefit them in the short and long run.
We will work together to determine the best plan for your child, whether it be therapy or medication changes. We look to see if behavioral changes with therapy can be implemented before switching to medications, as medications have side effects, as we all know, and it is ideal to see if simple behavioral changes can make a difference first. Sometimes having behavioral interventions can make a huge difference in the life of a child, and other times, having a medication can make a marked difference. That is why it is important to see the child or adolescent where he or she is, and to see what symptoms can be treated in the best manners possible.
There are many reasons why a child may be suffering from a mental health concern. There could be a genetic basis, an environmental basis with the family dynamic, how the child is treated at school, or amongst siblings, to list a few. The approach to treating a child is different than the approach in treating an adult, and it is important to see the child where he is for his or her current level of development.
We are excited to meet you, and to come up with a good treatment plan to help you and your family. We are determined to give you the care that you need. It is very helpful to have support, especially when there can be a good amount of chaos in the world, and our team is determined to assist you in your endeavors.
We are excited to meet you, and to come up with a good treatment plan to help you and your family. We are determined to give you the care that you need. It is very helpful to have support, especially when there can be a good amount of chaos in the world, and our team is determined to assist you in your endeavors.
At Psychiatrists of Denver, we have a team of trained psychiatrists who are ready to help you.
We care, and please contact us today.
Call Us:
720-605-1789
We care, and please contact us today.
Call Us:
720-605-1789