I've realized that when a child is in crisis, every second counts. Parents may not always understand the urgency of the situation, but when a child is in my care, my focus is solely on them. As much as I'd like to offer support to the parents, my priority is understanding the child's needs and providing the care they require.
However, the time constraints are a real challenge. With only 20 minutes to spare for each patient, I have to make every second count. And there are always more children in need of care.
This realization has made me reflect on the countless hours I've spent working with children and teens. Perhaps I could have done more for the parents, but the system we operate in makes it tough.
Let's work together to break down systemic barriers and prioritize mental health. Every child deserves access to quality care and every parent deserves support during these difficult times.
#MentalHealthMatters #PediatricCare #ChildSuicidePrevention #ParentalSupport #CrisisIntervention
Shivana Naidoo is a child psychiatrist.
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