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Child & Adolescent Mental Health: Development and Disorders
Rating: 4.3 out of 5(20 ratings)
127 students

Child & Adolescent Mental Health: Development and Disorders

Master child psychology, psychiatric perspecitve, developmental theories, and practical approaches to youth mental h
Created byDragan Radovancevic
Last updated 8/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Understand key developmental stages in child and adolescent psychology, including normal variations and red flags for potential mental health concerns
  • Learn to identify different types of mental health disorders in youth, their symptoms, and how they manifest differently from adult presentations
  • Master the basics of child psychiatric hospitalization processes, including admission criteria, family support protocols, and transition planning
  • Develop practical knowledge about various therapeutic approaches used with children and adolescents in both outpatient and inpatient settings

Course content

4 sections • 19 lectures • 2h 28m total length

  • Introduction4:35

    Develop autobiographical power by shaping your life story and build social respect through credible, valuable actions. Create safe practice spaces to experiment, learn from mistakes, and grow into adulthood.

  • Growing up 24:20

    Growing up today lacks a clear milestone, and society pressures youths to be healthy, attractive, and successful. Find your authentic path to adulthood that respects your pace and circumstances.

  • Growing up 36:14

    Explore how the work hard, play hard pressure, fueled by social media, affects young people's mental health, burnout, and anxiety, and learn healthier strategies like setting boundaries, connections, and self-care.

  • Growing Up Podcast13:23

    This podcast examines the digital age pressures shaping adulthood, guiding listeners to define their own version of adulting through values, goals, actions, authenticity, self-compassion, and boundaries.

  • Beyond Instinct: The Psychology of Raising Emotionally Healthy Children5:40

    Explore how loving bonds and touch shape emotional development, from behaviorist cautions to Bowlby’s attachment theory and Harlow’s cloth-mother experiments, through modern findings on neglect and stable, loving homes.

  • Psychology's Dark History: Essential Ethical Lessons for Child Development5:45

    Explore how early psychology studies revealed crucial ethical lessons about protecting child participants, informed consent, and harm prevention, through Little Albert, the Monster study, and Harlow's monkey experiments.

  • Shyness Decoded: The Surprising Science Behind Quiet Children5:23
  • The Memory Paradox: Why Our Most Cherished Memories May Not Be Reliable6:35

    Explore how memory forms in the brain, its reconsolidation and vulnerabilities, and the reliability of early and repressed memories, including false memories and emotional recall.

Requirements

  • No specific mental health background is required, but learners should have a general interest in child development and psychology. Basic English proficiency is needed as we'll discuss medical terms. Professional experience with children (teaching, healthcare, social work) is helpful but not mandatory.

Description

As a clinical psychologist, I am committed to keeping this course up-to-date with the latest research and insights. The course will be regularly updated with new video content and materials, reflecting the most current findings in psychology and language learning. Think of this as a living, growing resource that evolves with the field.


This comprehensive course bridges the gap between theoretical understanding and practical application in child and adolescent mental health. Designed for both professionals and dedicated learners, we explore the complex journey from normal development to clinical intervention.

Through evidence-based content and real-world examples, you'll gain deep insights into:

  • Developmental frameworks including modern theories by Stefanie Stahl and Alice Miller

  • Recognition of normal development versus early warning signs

  • Understanding the hospitalization process for young patients

  • Practical approaches to supporting children in various settings

What makes this course unique is its integration of both developmental psychology and clinical practice. You'll learn not just the 'what' but the 'how' of child mental health support, including:

  • Key developmental milestones and red flags

  • Common mental health disorders in youth

  • Hospital admission and treatment processes

  • Family support strategies

  • Transition planning and aftercare

Whether you're a mental health professional, educator, healthcare worker, or someone passionate about child development, this course provides the knowledge and tools needed to better understand and support young people's mental health.

By the end of this course, you'll have a solid foundation in child mental health principles and practices, enabling you to make more informed decisions and provide better support in your professional or personal capacity. Join us in this important journey toward understanding and supporting youth mental wellness.

Who this course is for:

  • Early career mental health professionals seeking practical knowledge about child psychiatry
  • Teachers and school counselors wanting to better understand student mental health
  • Teachers and school counselors wanting to better understand student mental health
  • Social workers and child welfare professionals
  • Psychology students and interns
  • Parents of children with mental health challenges wanting deeper understanding
  • Anyone working with children who wants to understand child development and mental health

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