Child Psychologist Dubai
Children’s Issues
Psychological issues and mental disorders are increasingly common in children and some of these disorders are discussed in greater detail elsewhere in the A-Z section of our website, such as depression, anxiety or ADHD.
The disorders specific to children include:
- Child ADHD
- Autism Spectrum Disorders including Asperger’s Syndrome
- School refusal
- Food refusal & eating disorders in children
- Exam stress in child
- Parental issues
- Self-harm
- Sibling rivalry
- Separation anxiety in child
- Social media issues, including internet addiction
- Gaming addiction in children
Many of these disorders will require careful assessment and treatment by the child Psychiatrist. Psychological therapies (including CBT) provide the mainstay of treatment for most of these issues by child Psychologists and Psychiatrists in Dubai specialising in children’s psychology and mental health.
A-Z Issues
ADHD
ADHD is a condition, often with onset in childhood, which can present for the first time in adults.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a very common reaction to stress. In its mildest form it is excessive worrying.
Bereavment & Grief
Bereavement is the feeling of loss experienced when one loses a loved one. This can include a close friend or
Bipolar Affective Disorder
Bipolar Affective Disorder, also known as Manic Depression, is a mental condition that affects
Children’s Issues
Psychological issues and mental disorders are increasingly common in children and some of
Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders are characterised by unhelpful attitudes to food which can result in highly troubling and
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
OCD is a common condition which is characterised by obsessions and compulsions.
Postnatal Depression
Giving birth is a very stressful and physically demanding experience. The change in role
Psychological Issues
Anger is an emotional response to someone who you feel has deliberately wronged you.
Relationship & Marital Issues
Psychotherapy and Counselling is the treatment of choice. Our experienced professionals will assess
Stress
Normal levels of stress can help and motivate to be productive and efficient. Excessive stress
Trauma
Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience which would be experienced as such