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The Paediatric and Child Care Department at Manipal Hospitals in Mukundapur, Kolkata, provides specialised child psychology services, dedicated to supporting the mental and emotional well-being of children and adolescents. Understanding that mental health is as important as physical health, our team of experienced child psychologists and therapists works closely with children to address a wide range of psychological and behavioural issues, including anxiety, depression, learning difficulties, and developmental disorders.

Our child psychology services are designed to create a safe and nurturing environment where children can express their thoughts and feelings openly. At the Department of Child Psychology, Manipal Hospitals, we use evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to each child's unique needs, helping them develop coping skills, improve communication, and build resilience. Our goal is to support children in overcoming their challenges, enhancing their emotional well-being, and fostering positive development while also providing guidance and support to parents and caregivers throughout the process.
 

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The relationship between physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development is studied in child psychology. Cognitive development is concerned with how children learn, think, and solve issues. Emotional development studies the way people interpret and control their feelings. Social development examines how people engage with one another and form bonds. The development of the body follows growth and motor abilities. Gaining knowledge in these areas facilitates the differentiation between normal and abnormal behaviour, improving emotional regulation, communication, and the resolution of problems including anxiety, hyperactivity, learning disabilities, and developmental diseases.
 

Children go through physical, verbal, intellectual, and cognitive changes as they grow. There are five stages of development: newborn, baby, toddler, preschool, and school-age.

  • New-born (0-2 months): By 3 months, they can respond to sounds, move their heads, recognise objects that are close to them, cry out for necessities, and grin. 

  • Infant (3-12 months): Within several months, infants can identify faces, produce sounds, and turn their heads. Between 6 and 9 months, infants can sit up and respond to their given names. At 9-12 months, infants develop the skills of pointing, crawling, and mimicking sounds and actions.

  • Toddlers (ages 1-3): They can stand, run, walk, climb stairs, adhere to directions, draw, speak, and sing. 

  • Preschool (3-5 years): They learn how to use their motor skills, dress, draw intricate objects, speak in phrases, and do minimal activities by themselves, like using washrooms without assistance.

  • School-age (6-17 years): Acquire independence, read and write, communicate feelings, and make friends.

Typical psychological problems in children include:

  • Anxiety disorders: These are overwhelming feelings of anxiety or fear that disrupt daily activities.

  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): The symptoms of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) include impulsivity, hyperactivity, and inattention.

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Difficulties in communication and socialisation.

  • Depression: A persistent feeling of sadness and lack of motivation towards activities.

  • Learning disabilities: Learning disabilities include problems with math, reading, or writing.

  • Conduct disorders: Conduct disorders are defined by behaviours that are hostile, defiant, and violate societal norms.

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, commonly known as OCD, is marked by ongoing patterns of thoughts and actions.

There is much that parents can do to promote their children's mental well-being and happiness by: 

  • Regularly check in, inquire about their life and feelings, and take notice of any behavioural changes.

  • Prioritise hearing what they have to say over speaking and pay close attention to what they are saying.

  • Promote dialogue by incorporating expressions like "Tell me more" and "I empathise with your perspective" to validate and encourage their emotions.

  • Develop emotional awareness in them by teaching them to recognise, categorise, and accept all of their emotions.

  • Develop strategies for dealing with emotions such as fear, anger, and grief by discussing coping mechanisms and allowing them to choose what works best for them.

If a child consistently shows signs of depression, stress, anxiety, or significant mood swings, they should consult a psychologist. If there are difficulties with behaviour that affect school or home life, if social situations are difficult, or if there are sudden changes in eating or sleeping patterns, seek help. In addition, expert advice is necessary to address these issues early and offer the proper support and solutions if the child exhibits symptoms of trauma, learning disabilities, or developmental delays. 
 

Treatments for psychosocial problems in children that work well include the following:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, also known as CBT, assists children in recognising and modifying negative thoughts and behaviours.
  • Play therapy: Play therapy is a technique that helps children express their feelings and deal with psychological problems. 
  • Family therapy: To enhance communication and address family dynamics that impact children, family therapy involves family members.
  • Medication: As prescribed in certain situations to treat disorders such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD.
  • Social skills training: It instils in children the knowledge of proper communication and social behaviours.
  • Parental education and guidance: Gives parents the tools they need to encourage the emotional and behavioural growth of their children.
     

Parenting styles have a significant impact on the growth and development of children.

  • Authoritative: A strong sense of independence and social skills are developed when there is a balance of warmth, support, and appropriate guidance.

  • Authoritarian: Strict control combined with a lack of affection can encourage compliance but impede social skills and self-worth.

  • Permissive: Excessive warmth combined with a lack of self-control can lead to impulsivity and poor self-control.

  • Uninvolved: A lack of warmth and control can lead to emotional detachment and behavioural difficulties. Each parenting style has an impact on a child's behaviour, social interactions, and ability to regulate emotions, ultimately affecting their overall development and future relationships.

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