Because obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) can start in childhood, it’s important to be aware of the signs. Experts estimate that about 1 in 200 children have OCD. OCD can show up at any age ...

If a child is being abused, can you recognize the signs of endangerment? Reporting suspicious signs can be the difference between life and death for some children. About 6,000 children have ...

Her body showed signs of malnourishment ... “If you have a neighbor, or notice someone in your neighborhood, who has a child who you don’t see very often, or it doesn’t look like a child ...

While eating disorders tend to have a variety of attitudes and behaviors in common, signs of eating disorders can and do vary based on the eating disorder. A child suffering from anorexia is ...

A 46-year-female client tells me: “My 16-year-old son came and asked me when I was growing up, did I know anyone who had died by suicide. I got really scared and asked him if he was struggling ...

Ms Pang says parents can start discussions early about how to recognise abuse and what to do using age-appropriate language and examples. They can teach their children to identify warning signs ...

Your child may exhibit one or more of the following signs if they are stressed: Various things, ranging from academic concerns to a full social calendar, can induce stress in children. The most ...

“Get involved.” Once adults recognize that any of their children are being bullied, or in some cases, are bullying others, dealing with it can be complicated. Things can get ...

Socially, it plays a major role in your child’s school activities and thus in their overall interpersonal development. Recognise these signs before it is too late.