Child Psychiatrist :

A child psychiatrist is a specialized doctor who deals with mental disorders that affect children and young adults. A child psychiatrist is qualified with a graduation in MBBS, followed by a post-graduation in psychiatry, MD, or DNB. Further pursues specialization in child and adolescent psychiatry. Child psychiatrists will be specialized in treating many conditions like ADHD, anxiety, conduct disorder, autism spectrum disorder, psychotic disorders, eating disorders, and developmental disorders. A child psychiatrist can manage conditions through medications and therapies like individual therapy, group therapy, behavioral therapy, and family therapy, dealing with behavioral and emotional issues seen in children. When there are symptoms like mood changes, such as anger, irritability, emotional distress, behavioral problems, including aggression, social withdrawal, difficulty concentrating in education, memory problems, suicidal tendencies, changes in eating habits, sleep changes, and self-harming, substance abuse should be consulted with a child psychiatrist for diagnosis and treatment.

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Found 17 Child Psychiatrists in Visakhapatnam

Dr. Prasanna Kumar Neredumilli ? (Dr. Prasanna Kumar Neredumilli - Child Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Prasanna Kumar Neredumilli

MBBS, MD DM (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry)

Child Psychiatrist

Special interests :

  • Autism

Plot No.15A,

Survey No.21&27, Health City,

Health City, visakhapatnam

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02:00 pm - 06:00 pm

10-28-2/2/1, Block 45

Kailash Metta, Waltair Uplands

Siripuram, visakhapatnam

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04:00 pm - 07:00 pm
Fee : 1700
Dr Bindu Gedela ? (Dr Bindu Gedela - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr Bindu Gedela

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Door No. 54-7-1

Surisetty Krishna Complex, Isukathota

Venkojipalem, Visakhapatnam

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06:00 pm - 07:30 pm
Fee : 500
Dr. Anuradha Singh ? (Dr. Anuradha Singh - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Anuradha Singh

MBBS, MD

Psychiatrist

Ram Nagar

Rockdale Layout

Waltair Main Road, Visakhapatnam

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Mon - Sat :
05:30 pm - 07:30 pm
Fee : 770
Dr. Srinivas Singisetti ? (Dr. Srinivas Singisetti - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Srinivas Singisetti

MBBS, MD, MRCPsychiatry

Psychiatrist

Srl No.78p & 76

chinnadagili

Arilova, visakhapatnam

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04:00 pm - 07:00 pm
Fee : 800
Dr. Shvetha Chilukuri ? (Dr. Shvetha Chilukuri - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Shvetha Chilukuri

MBBS, MRCPsych

Psychiatrist

Hotel Tycoon Building

Fresh Choice

Siripuram, Visakhapatnam

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Mon - Sat :
04:30 pm - 07:30 pm
Fee : 800
Dr. A. Soujanya ? (Dr. A. Soujanya - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. A. Soujanya

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Aarilova Junction

Near Apollo Hospitals

Maharani Peta, visakhapatnam

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Fee : 500

KGH Down Rd

Opp. Indus Hospital

Jagadamba Junction, visakhapatnam

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Fee : 500
Dr. Radhakanth Chunduri ? (Dr. Radhakanth Chunduri - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Radhakanth Chunduri

MBBS, MD, DPM (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Srl No.78p & 76

chinnadagili

Arilova, visakhapatnam

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03:00 pm - 05:00 pm
Fee : 600
Dr. K. B. Ravi Kumar ? (Dr. K. B. Ravi Kumar - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. K. B. Ravi Kumar

MBBS, MD, DPM (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

29, Waltair Main Rd

Prakasaraopeta

Ram Nagar, Visakhapatnam

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Fee : 500

Chamber No F4, Medizone Building

Opp. KGH Clock Tower

Ram Nagar, Visakhapatnam

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06:00 pm - 08:00 pm
Fee : 500
Dr. Ramanand Satapathy ? (Dr. Ramanand Satapathy - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Ramanand Satapathy

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

101, Coastal Park Apartments

Coastal Battery Rd

Maharani Peta, visakhapatnam

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06:00 pm - 08:00 pm
Fee : 2000
Dr. Malladi Srinivasa Sastry ? (Dr. Malladi Srinivasa Sastry - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Malladi Srinivasa Sastry

MBBS, MRCP, CCT (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Mayuri Manasa Apartments

Dutch Layout, Chinna Waltair

Siripuram, visakhapatnam

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10:00 am - 02:00 pm
Fee : 500

Orugantivari Veedhi

Yelamanchili, Visakapatnam Port

Gajuwaka, visakhapatnam

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Thu :
10:00 am - 01:00 pm
Fee : 500
Dr. Bhagawan R ? (Dr. Bhagawan R - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Bhagawan R

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Door. No : 8-8-33

Near Vikas Medicals

Gajuwaka, visakhapatnam

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10:00 am - 01:00 pm | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm
Fee : 300
Dr. B Ramesh ? (Dr. B Ramesh - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. B Ramesh

MBBS, DPM (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

14-37-41/1A, Sainath Plaza

Collector office to ZP road

Maharani Peta, visakhapatnam

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Fee : 200
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What conditions do child psychiatrists treat?

Child psychiatrists treat a range of mental health conditions in children and adolescents, including:

  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Depression
  • Autism spectrum disorders
  • Mood disorders
  • Behavioral problems
  • Developmental disorders

What treatment options are available for children with mental health disorders?

Treatment options for children with mental health disorders include:

  • Cognitive-behavioural therapy
  • Family therapy
  • Medication when appropriate
  • Behavioral interventions
  • School-based support
  • Lifestyle adjustments promote emotional well-being and healthy development

Frequently Asked Questions
Signs a child may need to see a psychiatrist include persistent changes in behavior, mood swings, social withdrawal, intense anxiety, mood disorders, self-harm, substance use, trauma effects, or disrupted family relationships.
Psychiatric evaluation involves interviewing parents, children, or any other persons involved. This usually includes describing the behaviour, when it occurs, how long it lasts, etc. Enquiry of child's general behaviour, social behaviour, coping with school, peers, expressing himself, emotional characteristics etc.
The child psychiatrist interviews parents and child separately and then together to arrive at a provisional diagnosis. Then a treatment plan is recommended as appropriate.
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