Early Signs of Mental Disorders in Children

A significant disruption in a child’s activity, mood and personality are common signs. Also, the frequent fluctuations in mood hinder the child’s daily functioning. Fear, worries, sadness or gloominess lasting for at least two weeks are signs of a possible mental health disorder.
Mental health issues can also trigger some out-of-turn behaviours. Parents need to watch out for impulsive behaviour, getting quickly into fights, or a tendency to harm themselves or others. Substance abuse in the case of adolescents and teens is one of the major areas of concern and an indication of associated mental health disorders.