What are some mental health triggers in children that parents shouldn't ignore?
Child, adolescent and forensic psychiatrist Dr Astik Joshi said parents shouldn't take it lightly if their child says "I don't want to live" or "It's better if I disappear". Behaviour like banging head against walls shouldn't be dismissed as attention-seeking but should be seen as emotional overload, he said. Further, detachment from school or sports signifies an internal emotional shutdown.