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. 2024 Jan;66(Suppl 2):S304-S319.
doi: 10.4103/indianjpsychiatry.indianjpsychiatry_624_23. Epub 2024 Jan 24.

Mental health and well-being in children and adolescents

Alka A Subramanyam  1 , Mansi Somaiya  1 , Avinash De Sousa  2
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Mental health and well-being in children and adolescents

Alka A Subramanyam et al. Indian J Psychiatry. 2024 Jan.

Abstract

The guideline discusses the various milestones in typical neurodevelopment and the various checkpoints where atypical development can be picked up. There is also a remarkable influence of epigenetics and parenting on child development and well - being. It is also essential to establish effective communication to facilitate healthy child development. Well being in children is largely impacted by schooling, curricular design, inclusivity, teacher training and awareness of newer developments, parent teacher interaction. A clinician must also be well acquainted with the National Education Program and its impact. A healthy environment, exercise, adequate nutrition, microplastics on children and adolescents, global warming are key factors in the development of children. It is indispensable for clinicians to approach well- being in a scientific way and get a clear understanding of the laws and policies for child welfare and protection.

Keywords: Children and adolescents; mental health; welll- being.

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