CONTACT ABOUT US HOME Mental health emergency: 850-522-4485 FULL MENU Children’s Mental Health Matters Posted on August 12, 2021 by Life Management Center As students in our community have settled into their back to school routine, we want to remind you that children and teenagers also face mental health challenges. We need to recognize and treat the mental health of our youth just like we do their physical health. If there is a concern that a child you know may be experiencing a mental health issue, it’s important to seek help from a doctor or mental health professional. Treating mental health concerns early can help prevent it from developing into a more serious condition in the future. There are situations and behavioral issues that can signal that something serious might be happening with a child’s mental health. Here are a few common warning signs: Know the Signs: Feels very sad, hopeless or irritable Feels overly anxious or worried Is scared and fearful; has frequent nightmares Is excessively angry Uses alcohol or drugs Avoids people; wants to be alone all of the time Hears voices or sees things that aren’t there Can’t concentrate, sit still, or focus attention Needs to wash, clean things, or perform certain rituals many times a day Talks about suicide or death Hurts other people or animals; or damages property Has major changes in eating or sleeping habits Loses interest in friends or things usually enjoyed Falls behind in school or earns lower grades Help is available for children and teens in our area. Early identification, diagnosis and treatment are so important to helping them reach their full potential. If you are concerned about a child and notice they are exhibiting these signs, please consider consulting a mental health professional. Life Management Center has programs and services available to help, call (850) 522-4485 today to learn more about our children’s services or to schedule an appointment. Source- Mental Health America https://www.mhanational.org/ This content provides information and discussion about mental health related subjects. The content provided and any linked material is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Post navigation The Truth About Depression November is National Adoption Month More News November is National Adoption Month November 4, 2021 The Truth About Depression August 11, 2021 Prioritize Your Mental Health August 10, 2021 All News RECENT NEWS NOV 04 November is National Adoption Month November is National Adoption Month, a time to celebrate families that have been created through adoption and raise... AUG 12 Children’s Mental Health Matters As students in our community have settled into their back to school routine, we want to remind you... AUG 11 The Truth About Depression There is so much misinformation and misconception when it comes to mental health. This could be preventing people... AUG 10 Prioritize Your Mental Health For most of us, taking care of ourselves means taking care of our body by eating well, exercising,... READ MORE NEWS UPCOMING EVENTS & SEMINARS No upcoming events scheduled at this time. Check back soon! FULL EVENT CALENDAR HOME CAREERS EVENTS NEWS ABOUT US RESOURCES CONTRIBUTE SERVICES CONTACT Serving Bay, Calhoun, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson & Washington Counties. Main Campus 525 East 15th Street, Panama City, FL 32405 VIEW ALL LOCATIONS No one will be denied access to services due to inability to pay, and there is a discounted/sliding fee schedule available. MENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY: 850-522-4485 ©2021 Life Management Center. All rights reserved. | Privacy Policy | Sitemap Site by KMA. To continue using our website, you must agree to our use of cookies. Cookie settingsACCEPT