How To Evaluate My Child's Behavioral Health At Home

We do our very best to create an environment where our children can grow up as healthy and happy as possible. But we can't anticipate every obstacle they'll encounter, whether from without or within. Nevertheless, we can still help. They may not always vocalize their need for help, but there are signs we can look for that they may be in trouble. It is then we can turn to Dr. Amy Dressel and her team of practitioners Kim Gardner, FNP and Lauren Hopson, PNP at Glacier Pediatrics in Juneau, AK. Contact them for much more detailed information about all the ways medical providers can help.

Eating and Sleeping

Some of the most noticeable signs that something may be wrong can first be noticed at the dinner table and with changes to sleeping habits. This is especially the case if they are very young or not being very communicative in other ways. Eating too much or too little can both be symptoms of stress. Many kids have trouble with food one way or another, and very often these behaviors can be managed at home, but signs such as hiding food or excessive worry about self-image could mean more serious behavioral problems.

School and Home

Sudden low marks from a child who usually scores high or complaints from faculty for a student who is usually well behaved doesn't always mean there is a need for professional help. But it should not be ruled out, more so if there is no improvement or your child will not communicate with you about what's troubling them. Outbursts at home, whether in anger, or sadness, and self-destructive behavior are more clear signs that you should contact your Juneau, AK, pediatrician for guidance.

Professional Help

Covered above is only a portion of possible behavioral concerns. Dr. Dressel and the practitioners at Glacier Pediatrics can help evaluate your child's behavioral health and put you in touch with medical experts who will treat the condition: psychologists, psychiatrists, and therapists.

Your local team can assist not only with your child's behavioral health but are also here to help with a range of concerns from newborn health to sports physicals. Schedule a consultation today in Juneau, AK, by dialing (907) 586-1542.