how to understand children
In the last few years, raising children has become the most challenging subject for parents. In the digital age, it is difficult to keep children away from phones, TV and social media. Children come to know things before their age. Due to which many times challenges arise for children and parents. Understanding the emotions of children and guiding them on the right path is the most challenging task for any parent. Recently many cases related to child suicide have come to light. In Jaipur, a Class 3 student committed suicide, while in Delhi, a 16-year-old boy committed suicide. These incidents have shaken every parent. Along with studies, writing and sports, it has become very important to understand and explain the child. In such a situation, it is important for you to find out what is going on in the child’s mind. What does he think and what is happening to him. Let us know from the psychiatrist some early signs of children which can help the parents to know whether their child is troubled somewhere. What is going on in his mind.
How to understand what is going on in the child’s mind?
Dr. Astik Joshi (Child, Adolescent and Forensic Psychiatrist, Fortis Hospital Delhi and Veda Clinic Rohini) said that actions like suicide in children and young age indicate how deeply mental stress, emotional burden and loneliness has settled within them. Child suicide never happens suddenly. Its signs often start appearing weeks or months in advance. The problem is that many parents and teachers don’t recognize or ignore these early warning signs.
Do not ignore these 5 early signs seen in the child.
Repeatedly talking about suicide or dying- If your child ever talks like this, do not take it lightly. Pay attention to what the child says. If the child says “I don’t want to stay.” “Everyone will be better off without me.” “I should die.” So don’t consider it ‘drama’ or ‘attention-seeking’. Children are not able to express their pain in direct language. Such things are a sign of deep emotional conflict and despair within them.
Trying to do self-harm- Biting her wrists, scratching herself, hitting her head against the wall, or trying to hurt herself is not just an expression of pain, but a serious warning that the child is unable to handle emotions. According to Doctor Joshi, self-harm can be a sign of the onset of suicidal thoughts in the mind of the child. Be sure to recognize them.
give up your care- If the child suddenly changes his habits. Like giving up bathing or staying clean. The child does not eat food or eats very little. The child’s sleeping routine gets disturbed. The child may not feel like going to school. If a child stops going to school, it could be a sign of internal conflict, depression or anxiety. These changes often appear gradually and are very significant.
Being away from friends, family and activities- If the child suddenly starts staying locked in the room. If you distance yourself from friends, stop talking to family, and lose interest in things you used to enjoy, this is a serious sign of emotional exhaustion, loneliness, and mental conflict. These changes increase the risk of suicide.
Not participating in everyday activities- If your child does not want to participate in school, sports, hobbies, studies. So understand this. It’s not just laziness. This often indicates that the child is feeling mentally numb, overly stressed or overwrought. Many times this situation is the beginning of moving towards suicide.
What should parents do?
- Take the child’s every word and behavior seriously.
- Instead of scolding, explaining or correcting him, just listen.
- Give him an environment of security and understanding.
- Try to understand the pressure from school or social media.
- If you see even the slightest risk, immediately seek help from a child psychiatrist or counselor.
- Have open conversations about mental health with teens.
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