The importance of early intervention
According to data collected by the World Health Organization, 10-20% of children and adolescents have a mental disorder, and half of all adult mental health disorders begin before the age of 14. Mental disorders can impair development, self-fulfilment and the way people function and interact with others, whether in the family, at school or in society. Early intervention, appropriate care and treatment help prevent and reduce the consequences of mental disorders for young people and their families.
Psychological disorders and treated illnesses
- Early psychoses
- Adjustment disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Depressive disorders
- School learning disorders
- Attention deficit disorders (with or without hyperactivity)
- Eating disorders
- Pervasive developmental disorders
- Behavioral and emotional disorders
Therapists from the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Service can also intervene in complex psychosocial situations.
Personalized care
The first meeting with the therapist takes place with the young person and his or her parents. An investigative assessment is carried out before determining how to continue the treatment. The therapist may alternate between individual meetings with the parents and the child's entourage.
Links of interest
SOS enfants - Psychological support and educational assistance
Ciao - Exchange and information network for under-20s
Stop Suicide - Suicide prevention for young people
