Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Because Growing Up Isn’t Always Easy
Children and teenagers experience emotions as deeply as adults do, but they often express them in different ways.
A child who’s struggling may not say “I’m anxious” or “I feel depressed.” Instead, they might withdraw, act out, or seem constantly restless.
At Serenity, we provide specialised psychiatric care for children and adolescents, supporting their mental wellbeing through every developmental stage, with compassion, patience, and evidence-based care.
About Child & Adolescent Mental Health
Growing minds are constantly changing, shaped by family, school, social dynamics, and identity.
When emotional challenges or behavioural changes persist beyond what’s typical for their age, it may signal an underlying condition that deserves attention, not blame.
Our team works closely with parents, caregivers, and educators to identify what your child is experiencing and help them regain balance in their emotions, behaviour, and relationships.
When to Seek Help
Every child has off days, but certain signs may indicate deeper emotional distress.
Consider consulting a psychiatrist if your child or teen:
- Shows ongoing irritability, anger, or sadness
- Avoids school or withdraws from friends
- Struggles with focus, impulsivity, or hyperactivity
- Has sudden changes in appetite, sleep, or mood
- Engages in self-harm or expresses hopelessness
- Has unexplained fears, panic, or anxiety
- Experiences academic decline or behavioural outbursts
Early intervention can make a lasting difference, helping your child build resilience and emotional awareness that supports lifelong wellbeing.
How Serenity Supports Young Minds
Our psychiatrists provide care that is age-appropriate, family-centred, and collaborative.
We take time to understand your child’s personality, environment, and history before recommending treatment.
- Comprehensive Assessment: Understanding emotional, behavioural, and developmental factors.
- Psychotherapy: Cognitive, behavioural, or play-based therapy tailored to the child’s age and needs.
- Medication (When Necessary): Low-dose, evidence-based prescriptions when clinically appropriate and closely monitored.
- Parental Guidance: Helping families understand triggers, build structure, and reinforce positive behaviour.
- School Collaboration: Coordinating with teachers or counsellors to support your child’s learning and adjustment.
Our goal is to help children and adolescents grow with confidence, self-regulation, and emotional safety.
Conditions We Treat
Learn more about the specific conditions we support:
Adjustment Disorders
Adjustment Disorders Treatment In Singapore When Change Feels Too Hard to Handle Every child faces change, a new school, a move, a family transition, or the loss of a loved
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety Disorders Treatment In Singapore When Worry Becomes Too Big for a Child to Carry It’s natural for children to feel nervous about exams, making friends, or trying new things.
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder Treatment In Singapore Seeing the World Through a Different Lens Children on the autism spectrum experience the world in unique, sometimes intense ways. They may notice details
Behavioural & Emotional Dysregulation
Behavioural & Emotional Dysregulation Treatment In Singapore When Big Feelings Feel Too Big to Handle All children get angry, frustrated, or upset; it’s part of growing up. But when emotions
Depression in Child & Teens
Depression in Child & Teens Treatment In Singapore When Sadness Becomes More Than a Phase It’s natural for children and teenagers to feel sad, moody, or withdrawn sometimes, especially during
Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders Treatment In Singapore When Food Becomes More Than Just Food Food is meant to nourish, but for some young people, it can also become a way to cope
School Refusal
School Refusal Suppor In Singapore When School Becomes a Source of Fear, Not Learning Most children have days when they don’t want to go to school, but when anxiety, tears,
What to Expect When You Reach Out
A simple, guided process built around trust, clarity, and continued care.
First Visit
A confidential consultation with both parent and child to understand concerns and family context.
Assessment
Behavioural observation, emotional evaluation, and possible psychological testing.
Treatment Plan
Personalised therapy, parental strategies, and medication (if needed).
Ongoing Care
Regular follow-ups to monitor progress, adjust treatment, and guide long-term wellbeing.
