Children and teenagers express distress differently from adults. Irritability, school refusal, falling grades, withdrawal, tantrums, sleep problems and difficulty paying attention may signal anxiety, depression or developmental concerns. Early help can protect learning, friendships and confidence.

A psychiatrist in Borivali or the nearest Apex unit meets the child and parents together and separately, in a calm and friendly manner. Treatment usually begins with counselling, parent guidance and school coordination, and medicines are used only when necessary and at carefully chosen doses. Parents are involved at each step and told what to expect, including limits of treatment and the time improvement may take.

Apex provides the following child and adolescent services:

• Behavioural and Emotional Assessment: Apex evaluates attention, mood, learning and conduct in children.
• Parent Guidance: Apex helps families respond to a child's needs.
• Counselling and Therapy: Apex offers age-appropriate therapy sessions.
• Medicine Management: Apex prescribes carefully and monitors growth and response.