What are the different mental ilnesses in children?

types of mental Illnesses

the different Mental illnesses by definition:

ADHD (Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)- "a brain disorder marked by an ongoing pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity/impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development as growth occurs. " (1)

OCD (Obsessive compulsive disorder)- "chronic/long-lasting disorder in which a person has uncontrollable, reoccurring thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions) that he/she feels the need to repeat over and over." (1)

Bipolar disorder- A "brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks." (1)

Depression- "A serious mood disorder that causes severe symptoms that affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, or working." (1)

ODD- "disruptive behavior disorder in children and teenagers characterized by patterns of unruly and argumentative behavior and hostile attitudes."(2)

1 in 5

children have a diagnosable mental illness

That Means Over

15 Million Children in the USA Have a Diagnosable Mental Health Disorder.

Anxiety Disorder(s)- one has "anxiety that does not go away and gets worse over time, causing feelings that can/do interfere with daily activities" such as school work, sports and relationships. (1)

1- NIMH (National institute of mental health)

2- Psychologytoday.org

Facts and statistics about mental illnesses:

1 in every 5 children have a mental illness (diagnosed or undiagnosed). (1)
40% of kids with a mental health disorder have more than 1 (2)
50% of kids above the age of 14 drop out of high school with a mental illness (3)
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death in teens (as of 2016), and 9/10 individuals who commit suicide show signs of mental illness/distress (3)
1 in 2 mental disorders begin by age 14
only 20% of mental disorders are identified and treated per year (4)
65% of boys and 75% of girls in juvenile detention have a mental illness (3)
40% of kids with adhd are not getting treatment (4)
60% of kids with depression are not getting treatment (4)
80% of kids with an anxiety disorder are not getting treatment (4)

Sources:

1- NIMH (national Institute of mental illnesses)

2- topmastersineducation.org infographic

3- nami (National alliance of mental illnesses)

4- child mind institute

$247 billion

spent for care for kids under the age of 24 per year with mental health disorders (2)

What are the different mental ilnesses in children?

types of mental Illnesses

the different Mental illnesses by definition:

ADHD (Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)- "a brain disorder marked by an ongoing pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity/impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development as growth occurs. " (1)

OCD (Obsessive compulsive disorder)- "chronic/long-lasting disorder in which a person has uncontrollable, reoccurring thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions) that he/she feels the need to repeat over and over." (1)

Bipolar disorder- A "brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks." (1)

Depression- "A serious mood disorder that causes severe symptoms that affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, or working." (1)

ODD- "disruptive behavior disorder in children and teenagers characterized by patterns of unruly and argumentative behavior and hostile attitudes."(2)

1 in 5

children have a diagnosable mental illness

Anxiety Disorder(s)- one has "anxiety that does not go away and gets worse over time, causing feelings that can/do interfere with daily activities" such as school work, sports and relationships. (1)

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1- NIMH (National institute of mental health)

2- Psychologytoday.org

Facts and statistics about mental illnesses:

1 in every 5 children have a mental illness (diagnosed or undiagnosed). (1)

40% of kids with a mental health disorder have more than 1 (2)

50% of kids above the age of 14 drop out of high school with a mental illness (3)

Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death in teens (as of 2016), and 9/10 individuals who commit suicide show signs of mental illness/distress (3)

1 in 2 mental disorders begin by age 14

only 20% of mental disorders are identified and treated per year (4)

65% of boys and 75% of girls in juvenile detention have a mental illness (3)

40% of kids with adhd are not getting treatment (4)

60% of kids with depression are not getting treatment (4)

80% of kids with an anxiety disorder are not getting treatment (4)

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Sources:

1- NIMH (national Institute of mental illnesses)

2- topmastersineducation.org infographic

3- nami (National alliance of mental illnesses)

4- child mind institute

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$247 billion

spent for care for kids under the age of 24 per year with mental health disorders (2)