It is important to know when to refer a 7 or 8 year old to a mental health professional. The mental health of a child is very important. Many children have mental health problems that go unnoticed for years. It is important to help children address these problems early on so that treatment can begin as soon as possible.
A problem that many parents and teachers ignore in children between the ages of seven and eight is hyperactivity, especially in boys. Hyperactivity can be caused by attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Some of the other symptoms of ADHD include the following: the child is easily distracted, can’t remember things easily, doesn’t want to do homework, doesn’t pay attention at school and at home, talks a lot, is very impatient, is unable to play with toys quietly, has difficulty following directions, and is unable to follow through on assigned chores or tasks.
If ADHD is not treated, the child may suffer in the future. Kids with ADHD often have trouble in school and don’t get good grades. They also have a hard time making friends due to their behavioral problems. If this problem can be treated early on, then the child has a better chance of doing well in school and being able to form lasting friendships.
Another issue to watch out for is when kids this age just want to play by themselves all the time. This may be a sign of social problems or depression in the child. Children need to be able to socialize well with their classmates. Some children are sad about going to school every day and feel anxiety about separation from their parents. This may be a sign that the child needs to talk to a mental health professional to talk about her fears and feelings.
It is important to know when to refer a seven or eight year old to a mental health professional. Early detection is the way to help the child thrive and deal with the issues at hand.
Do you want to learn exactly how to eliminate your child’s out-of-control and challenging behavior without using punishments, time-outs, behavior plans, or rewards?