"School refusal, frequent displays of irritability, sudden drop in grades, difficulty sleeping and unexplained bouts of crying could also be your child’s silent call for help.
"Spend time with your child and listen to him/her in order to better understand his/her anxieties, fears and worries. If any of the symptoms last for more than a week or two and interfere with regular activities (including family or school life), it would be wise to seek professional help.
"Neither an atmosphere of over-pampering nor one of excessive scolding would be conducive to a child’s growth and mental health. Children are emotionally more sensitive to disparaging comments than adults. Therefore, it is important to create a climate of encouragement...."
http://thestar.com.my/health/story.asp?file=/2013/6/19/health/13250941&sec=health
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