Research shows that the majority of children with mental disorders experience symptoms by age 14. Earlier diagnosis and treatment can mitigate the effects of these problems and improve overall mental health. Universal prevention programs aim to address both the negative and positive effects of mental disorders. Studies have shown that early...

A parent's input is invaluable during child mental health treatment. As the child's only constant, the parent knows their child the best, and will know what works and doesn't. The parent can also tie past successes to current treatment and discuss dreams and hopes for the future. A child's mental health treatment team needs to have a good...

A significant part of child mental health treatment is involving parents. Parents need to know what the treatment is for their child and how it will work. They should have a voice in the decisions about their child's treatment and be included in the planning process. These questions may be answered with the help of a child mental health...