As parents, one of the most distressing experiences is seeing your child suddenly scream, throw things, or lose control over small issues. Many families come to the clinic saying, “Doctor, my child gets angry over very small things… what is happening?” Let’s understand this in a simple, practical way. What is an Anger Outburst in …
Every parent wants the best for their child. They want to keep them safe, healthy, and happy. But what happens when protection turns into over-protection? When parents become overly cautious, constantly hovering over their children, shielding them from even the smallest risks—this can do more harm than good. Let’s dive into the psychological effects of …
Over-Cautious Parents: How Excessive Protection Can Harm a Child’s Mental Health Read More »
As a parent, few things are more terrifying than discovering your teen is self-harming. Whether it’s cutting, burning, or any other form of self-injury, the immediate questions that come to mind are: Why? What did I miss? How can I help? Before diving into the details, let me assure you that you’re not alone in …
Why is My Teen Self-Harming? A Child Psychiatrist’s Perspective Read More »
Have you ever noticed how much more intense life has become for young people these days? Gen Z, the generation born between the late 1990s and early 2010s, is facing mental health challenges in ways we couldn’t have imagined. As someone who works with many young people in my psychiatric practice, I’ve seen these issues …
Gen Z and Mental Health in India: A Struggle We Need to Understand Read More »
ऑटिज़्म, जिसे ऑटिज़्म स्पेक्ट्रम डिसऑर्डर (ASD) भी कहा जाता है, एक न्यूरोविकासात्मक विकार है जो व्यक्ति के सामाजिक, व्यवहारिक और संचार क्षमताओं को प्रभावित करता है। यह विकार बचपन में दिखाई देता है, अक्सर 2-3 साल की उम्र के आसपास, और इसके लक्षण जीवनभर बने रह सकते हैं। ऑटिज़्म के लक्षण और उनकी गंभीरता व्यक्ति …