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Specialized Psychiatric Attention for Children’s Behavioral Issues in Ludhiana

Any problems linked to behavior in children can be difficult for the children themselves and their families. Concerned parents can receive specialized help from well-known child psychiatrist Dr. Gurpartap Singh Sandhu from Ludhiana, who manages and treats these issues. Dr. Gurpartap Singh Sandhu’s  treatment is tailored towards achieving healthier and well-balanced development in children by using his experience in behavior problems in children.

General Behavioral Issues in Children

Behavioral problems in children can include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Aggression: A child’s uncontrolled anger and aggressive behavior toward themselves, people, or even inanimate objects.
  • Anxiety: Concerns, fears, or even anxiety about being separated from loved ones.
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Problems with maintaining focus, in following directions, or remaining seated.
  • Defiant Behavior: Disrespect toward authority and rule bearing adults.
  • Social Withdrawal: Avoidance of social interaction, being overly shy, or finding it difficult to befriend other children.
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD): Combination of angry and/or irritable moods, stubborn defiance, and revenge-seeking.
  • Tic Disorders: Rhythmic, involuntary, and stereotyped movements or vocalizations such as blinking or cough-like throat clearing.

Child Behavior Problems and Their Indications

  • Frequent tantrums or angry outbursts
  • Struggling with rule or instruction compliance
  • Excessive oppositional behavior towards authority figures
  • Marked reluctance to engage with age-mates
  • Lack of control over impulses or turn-taking
  • Sudden and dramatic shifts in mood or behavior
  • Avoidance of or difficulty in social interactions

Frequently Ask Questions

Aggression, defiance, anxiety, social withdrawal, ADHD, and oppositional behavior are all examples of children’s behavior problems. Each of these problems requires distinct solutions, and Dr. Sandhu is skilled in recognizing the specific challenges and developing appropriate treatment strategies to resolve them.

Treatment typically involves a combination of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), family or parent therapy, and occasionally medication.

It’s never too early to seek help. Early treatment is essential, particularly when behavior challenges are hindering the child's ability to function within the family, in school, or social settings. Dr. Gurpartap Singh Sandhu treats children from age two to adolescents.

While medication can be beneficial in some cases, it is not always essential when addressing behavior challenges. Dr. Gurpartap Singh Sandhu is careful to assess the need for medication as part of the overall treatment, especially in cases of ADHD and anxiety, where some level of medication may be warranted.

The approximate duration of therapy varies with the issue’s complexity and treatment type. While it may take a few months for some children to show significant improvement, many tend to progress within a few weeks of therapy initiation.

As Dr. Sandhu outlines, parenting style does indeed help in addressing behavior problems. Dr. Gurpartap Singh Sandhu offers practical guides and helps design a cooperative framework that empowers parents to promote positive behavior in their children.

To formulate a treatment plan, Dr. Gurpartap Singh Sandhu will gather comprehensive details of your child’s behavioral, medical, and psychosocial history. This enables him to resolve any questions and concerns that you may have.