Mental Health Disorders

Treatment for Childhood Mental Health Disorders in Spring Lake, NJ

Mental Health Disorders aren’t just something that occurs in adults. Kids (even young kids) can deal with mental health issues. While many parents hope that outbursts, social withdrawal, and anxious behaviors are just a phase or something their child will “grow out” of, it’s still important that you consult a doctor. The pediatric team here at North Houston Internal Medicine & Pediatric Clinic can pinpoint warning signs of mental illness and also help you figure out the next steps to ensuring that your child gets the proper care and treatment they need.

Childhood Mental Health Disorders

Some of the most common types of behavioral disorders we see in kids include,

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Tourette Syndrome
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder
  • Emotional Behavioral Disorder

Behavioral Warning Signs in Children

It’s normal for kids with these types of disorders to become upset more easily or to act out. Some signs that your child could have a Mental Health Disorder include,

  • Refusing to follow authority or rules
  • Frequently throwing temper tantrums
  • Prone to outbursts and easily angered
  • Quick to nervousness
  • Blaming others


It’s important that if you suspect that your child might have a behavioral health problem that you seek care from a qualified profesional. The team here at Children's Wellness & Developmental Center have worked with children and teens dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues.

We can provide comprehensive assessments, as well as create custom treatment options. These treatment plans can include medication, as well as healthy lifestyle adjustments that can improve your child’s symptoms (e.g., getting the proper amount of sleep each night; getting regular aerobic exercise every day).

If your child is displaying signs of a behavioral issue, call us here at  Children's Wellness & Developmental Center in Spring Lake, NJ at (732) 919-1335 to schedule an apointment.

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