Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Nerul, Navi Mumbai
Children and teenagers don’t always have the words for what they’re feeling — it often shows up as changed behaviour instead: trouble at school, mood swings, withdrawal, or difficulty focusing. Dr. Chinmay Kinjawdekar holds fellowship training specifically in child and adolescent psychiatry, on top of his general psychiatric qualification — a level of specialisation most local clinics don’t have.
Our Process
Signs a child or teenager may need support
- Noticeable changes in mood, sleep or appetite
- Declining school performance or difficulty concentrating
- Withdrawal from friends or family
- Excessive anger, irritability or emotional outbursts
- Persistent anxiety or worry
- For younger children specifically: difficulty sitting still, following instructions, or completing tasks — possible signs of ADHD
About child ADHD specifically
ADHD in children shows up as a pattern — difficulty sustaining attention, forgetfulness, losing things, trouble following instructions, restlessness, interrupting or acting without thinking — and matters clinically when it appears across more than one setting (both at home and at school) and genuinely gets in the way of daily life. High energy on its own isn’t ADHD; a proper assessment is what tells the difference.
How assessment and treatment work
Assessment involves talking with both the child and the parents, understanding behaviour and performance across home and school, and building a plan that may combine behavioural strategies, parent guidance, and medication when it’s genuinely appropriate — never as a first or only option. Where useful, Dr. Chinmay coordinates with the child’s school.
Why Solace Mind & Brain Clinic
- Fellowship-trained specifically in child & adolescent psychiatry — not general psychiatry applied to children
- Works with the whole family, not just the child in isolation
- A calm, age-appropriate approach that helps kids feel comfortable rather than examined
Frequently asked questions
Q: How do I know if my child has ADHD or is just being a kid?
The key difference is pattern and impact: ADHD shows up consistently across settings — both at home and at school — and genuinely interferes with learning, friendships or daily routines. Normal childhood energy doesn’t do either of those things consistently. An assessment is the only reliable way to tell.
Q: Does ADHD medication have side effects?
Like any medication, it can, and they’re discussed openly before anything is prescribed. Medication is one option among several, used when it’s likely to genuinely help, and is monitored closely — not the automatic first step.
Q: Can behavioural therapy help without medication?
Yes, for many children — especially with mild to moderate symptoms, behavioural strategies and parent guidance alone make a real difference. Whether medication is added depends on the severity of symptoms and how the child responds to non-medication approaches first.
