Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
What does this specialty do?
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is the medical specialty dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders in children and adolescents. Its approach is comprehensive, considering the biological, psychological, and social factors that influence development. The service aims to promote healthy development, improve family and school functioning, and alleviate emotional distress through compassionate care based on scientific evidence.
Diseases or conditions that it treats
The service addresses a wide variety of conditions that affect the mental health and emotional well-being of children and adolescents, including:
- Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar affective disorder.
- Anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety, phobias, and panic disorder.
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
- Autism spectrum disorders.
- Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia.
- Behavioral and conduct disorders.
- Difficulties associated with substance use.
Procedures and treatments
The Child Psychiatry Service offers comprehensive and multidisciplinary care, adapted to the needs of the patient and their family, which includes:
- Comprehensive diagnostic assessment, through clinical interviews, standardized scales and, when required, neuropsychological assessment.
- Individual psychotherapy, adjusted to the patient's age and stage of development.
- Family Therapyaimed at strengthening communication and family dynamics.
- Pharmacotherapywith responsible use and strict monitoring of psychotropic medications when clinically indicated.
Working in coordination with other services ensures continuous, patient-centered care.
Schedule an appointment
Request your appointment with the child psychiatry specialists.
Contact
Call us: (+57) 602 331 9090 Ext 7121
