Child & Adolescent Psychiatry in Nerul, Navi Mumbai
Children and teenagers can experience genuine mental health and behavioural conditions — including ADHD, anxiety, and mood difficulties — and catching these early makes a real difference, since a child's developmental stage shapes how symptoms show up and how well treatment works. Care is approached in an age-appropriate way, with parents and family closely involved throughout.
Dr. Chinmay Kinjawadekar offers child and adolescent psychiatric care, including child ADHD assessment and treatment, at Solace Mind Clinic in Nerul, Navi Mumbai.
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Signs to Look Out For
- Difficulty focusing, sitting still, or following instructions, especially noted at school
- A noticeable, sudden change in behaviour, mood, or personality
- Excessive worry, fearfulness, or withdrawal from friends and activities
- A drop in academic performance without an obvious cause
- Changes in sleep or appetite
- Irritability or mood swings that seem beyond typical for their age (especially in teenagers)
- Difficulty making or keeping friendships
Understanding Child ADHD
ADHD in children typically shows up as a combination of inattentiveness, hyperactivity, and impulsivity — but it's genuinely more than everyday childhood energy or a lack of discipline, which is a common misconception. Children with ADHD often struggle consistently across settings (school, home, social situations) in ways that noticeably affect their day-to-day functioning, not just occasionally act out. A proper evaluation looks at this consistency and pattern over time, not a single difficult day or report.
How Treatment Works
Assessment draws on input from parents, and often teachers, alongside direct observation and conversation appropriate to the child's age — a full picture matters more than a single office visit. Treatment is tailored to the individual child and may include behavioural strategies, parent guidance, medication where genuinely appropriate, and coordination with school when it would help. The goal is always to support the child's functioning and wellbeing, not just manage a symptom checklist.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
The first consultation usually starts with a detailed conversation with parents about what's been observed — at home, at school, and in social settings — along with the child's developmental history. Depending on age, the child may be included directly in part of the conversation. Standardised screening tools are sometimes used to support the assessment. From there, Dr. Chinmay will explain what's being considered and what a treatment plan could look like, with parents involved in every step of the decision.
Why Solace Mind Clinic, Nerul
- A family-centred approach — parents are informed and involved throughout, not left out of the process
- Experience with both child ADHD specifically and broader child and adolescent psychiatric concerns
- Age-appropriate, confidential care that respects what the child is comfortable sharing
- Coordination with schools when it genuinely supports the child's treatment
Concerned about your child's focus, mood, or behaviour? A proper assessment can bring clarity.
Book Your Child's ConsultationFrequently Asked Questions
At what age can a child be diagnosed with ADHD or another psychiatric condition?
This varies by condition, but ADHD is commonly identified in early-to-mid childhood, while some other conditions may become clearer later. There's no single fixed age — assessment is based on the specific concerns being observed.
Will my child need medication?
Not necessarily. Many children benefit from behavioural strategies and parent guidance alone, while others do better with medication as part of the plan. This is decided based on the individual child, not applied as a default.
How involved will I be as a parent in treatment?
Very involved. Parent input is central to both the assessment and ongoing treatment — you'll be part of the conversation at every step, not just informed after decisions are made.
Is it normal for teenagers to have mood swings, or could it be something more?
Some mood variability is a normal part of adolescence, but persistent, intense, or functionally impairing mood changes are worth a proper assessment rather than assuming it will simply pass.
Will my child's school need to be involved in treatment?
Not always, but school input can be valuable, especially for ADHD or when academic performance is affected. Any coordination with school happens with your consent and involvement.
Treated by Dr. Chinmay Kinjawadekar, MD, DNB, at Solace Mind Clinic, Nerul.
