Things you may notice

Here are some of the signs to look out for if you are worried about a child’s behaviour:

• Depression
• Risk takers
• Drugs
• Self-harm
• Obsessive behaviour
• No regard to other people’s feelings
• Sudden changes in mood or behaviour

If you are worried about a child’s mental state, you should let the school authorities know and inform their parents as well. Talk to the child to see if they will tell you why they are acting a certain way and try to work with the school, the parents and child counsellors to help the child.

Take into regard your own safety as well when dealing with such situations.