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0203 326 9160 0203 761 7026 0203 761 7027 0203 761 7029One of the questions we get asked most is “Why does my child behave like this?” – it is perfectly understandable to want to understand what might be causing the behavioural issues and therefore, how to support your child. We can help.
There is no one cause for behavioural problems such as ODD (oppositional defiant disorder) or conduct disorders. Your child’s behaviour is a complex relationship between many different elements.
We know that behavioural concerns are very common (about 8% of teenage boys have behavioural problems, 5% of under tens) but the reasons for this aren’t always clear.
As a parent, this can be incredibly frustrating and it’s normal to feel worried, stressed, embarrassed or even shamed by your child’s behaviour. You might feel like you are a bad parent or can’t control your child and be worried about what other people think about you. Although understandable, these thoughts are rarely justified: behavioural disorders have complex causes.
There are often several factors that can be responsible for why a child or teenager behaves in a certain way, including:
Research has shown that early intervention is key to getting effective support and treatment for your child or teenager. About 70% of children with a mental health problem don’t get the right help at the right time – this can mean that the issues grow worse or develop into something more severe.
The reasons for not getting help early enough are often that parents feel their child will grow out of the phase, that it is a normal part of development or because they feel shame or embarrassment about their child’s behaviour.
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If you're struggling with an emotional or mental health problem, call us now to make an appointment face-to-face or online - and take the first step in getting the support you need.
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