Short Guides for
Health Professionals
The following guides for disorders are designed with health professionals in mind to be used in clinical practice with parents or caregivers of children and adolescents diagnosed with a mental disorder. They provide basic information about common mental health conditions, possible causes, available treatment, and information about the appropriate professionals who can help in each specific case.
This guide was developed for health professionals and may contain technical information, clinical terms, and guidance that are not intended for self-diagnosis or self-medication.
If you are not a health professional, before continuing, please confirm that:
- You understand that this content does not replace professional evaluation;
- You will not use this information to diagnose yourself or others;
- If you are seeking help for yourself or someone close to you, we recommend accessing the version designed for youth | caregivers | educators
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Where to seek mental health help for children and adolescents in Brazil’s Unified Health System (SUS)?
Brazil’s Unified Health System (SUS) operates as a network to ensure that everyone receives the care they need — and this also applies to the mental health of children and adolescents. In facilities where basic services are offered, professionals can listen to families, assess signs of emotional distress or behavioral changes, and provide guidance on what to do next.
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