Specific treatment by a clinician may not always be required. With support from family and friends or from a counsellor, symptoms may go away in a few months. If symptoms are particularly distressing and debilitating, one or a combination of the following treatments may be helpful.

Psychological Interventions

These therapies can help your child better understand what an Adjustment Disorder is and learn ways to manage the symptoms. One commonly used type of psychotherapy involves helping your child identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and beliefs that contribute to how he is feeling. Your child will also learn skills for coping, problem solving and anger or stress management.

Family Interventions

It may also be helpful for parents or other family members to receive therapy to address parental or family issues that may affect the child's ability to cope with his or her circumstances

• You can also help your child by being patient, understanding and supportive. Be encouraging and empathise with his or her challenges. Celebrate all small successes and be positive. If the source of stress is school-related, you can talk to your child's teachers or school counsellors for help.
• Typically, doctors do not prescribe medication to treat children or adolescents with an Adjustment Disorder. However, in some instances, certain medications may be prescribed in the short term. Talk to your child's doctor if you have any queries or concerns about medication.
• If your child has not yet seen a doctor and you suspect that he is showing signs of an Adjustment Disorder, you may raise your concerns with your child's school counsellors
• School counsellors are connected to our community mental health service, REACH (Response, Early intervention, Assessment in Community mental Health), which can provide further advice and assistance.
• If your child is seeking help at our clinic, please raise your concerns with your child's doctor, nurse, or allied health professionals.