Childhood Mental Disorders
By: Allison Lambert
Mental Disorders that can appear in Children.
OCD
Person is plagued by constant thoughts or fears that cause them to perform certain rituals or routines.
Depression
Symptoms are: irritability or anger, continuous feelings of sadness and hopelessness, social withdrawal, increased sensitivity to rejection, etc.
ADHD
Children have problems paying attention or concentrating, can’t seem to follow directions, and are easily bored or frustrated with tasks.
Famous Celebrities Who had Mental Disorders.
Kurt Cobain
Had ADD and Bipolar Disorder. Committed suicide.
Carrie Fisher
Has bipolar disorder and severe depression. Has gotten over drug and alcohol abuse.
Heath Ledger
Had insomnia and depression. Later committed suicide.
Children with Mental Disorders need acceptance and love.
Your child isn't inferior.
Someone can have a mental illness and still do great things. Mental disorders aren't just silly things that don’t require help or attention: they are just as serious as any other disorder and disease.