Brains differently wired

Mental illness in children is common but often not diagnosed in time because of the fear of the stigma attached to the diagnosis. But as a responsible parent, you will help your child if you recognise the signs of mental illness early and get to the psychiatrist in time.

For starters, it will help to know what mental illness means. A mental illness, or mental health disorder, is defined as patterns or changes that affect thinking, feeling or behavior, which in turn can cause distress or disrupt a person’s ability to function. Mental disorders will result in delays or disruptions in the development of age-appropriate thinking, behaviors, social skills and regulation of emotions that in turn will deter the child’s ability to function well in school, at home or in other social situations.

Mental health or developmental disorders in children may include the following:

Anxiety disorders

Anxiety disorders in children manifest as persistent fears, worries or anxiety that interfere with their ability to participate in play, school or typical age-appropriate social situations. Diagnoses include categorizations such as social anxiety, generalized anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Compared with other children of the same age, children with ADHD face problems with paying attention, show impulsive behaviors, hyperactivity or a combination of these problems.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

This is more a neurological condition that appears in early childhood, usually before age 3. Although the severity of ASD varies, a child suffering from this disorder has difficulty in social communication and interaction.

Eating disorders

Eating disorders involve an obsession with an ideal body type, disordered thinking about weight and weight loss, and unsafe eating and dieting habits. They are mainly categorized as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge-eating disorder, all of which can result in emotional and social dysfunction and life-threatening physical complications.

Depression and other mood disorders

Depression shows itself as persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest that disrupt a child’s ability to function in school and his/her interaction with others. Bipolar disorder is another mood disorder that manifests as extreme mood swings between depression and mania, which is defined as an extreme state of emotional or behavioral high that is sometimes unguarded, risky or unsafe.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

PTSD pans out as prolonged emotional distress, anxiety, distressing memories, nightmares and disruptive behaviors as a result of exposure to violence, abuse, injury or other traumatic events.

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a disorder in perceptions and thoughts. It causes your child to lose touch with reality, medically termed as psychosis, a state that results in hallucinations, delusions as well as disordered thinking and behaviors.

The red flags

Know the warning signs that signal that your child may have a mental illness:

Persistent sadness that lasts for a duration of two weeks or more
Withdrawing from or avoiding social interaction
Self harm or thoughts of self harm
Suicidal ideation or talking about death or suicide
Outbursts of extreme irritability and agitation
Harmful and out-of-control behavior
Sudden changes in mood, behavior or personality
Changes in eating habits
Loss of weight
Difficulty sleeping
Frequent stomach aches or headaches
Difficulty concentrating
Changes in academic performance
Unwillingness to attend schoola

If you have a child with attention, irritability and sleeping problems, the starlight projector will be good for your child. It is very relaxing on the eyes and induces sleep easily. The projector can be left on for the entire night to create a wonderful galaxy-like experience.

HOW DO I CHARGE MY AURORA/STAR LIGHT PROJECTOR? USB OR BATTERY?

Wind chimes haThe Aurora Light Projector can be operated via two ways:Universal USB wall charger or 3X AA Batteries.ve two main benefits. The sounds produced by wind chimes are non harmony sounds that have a calming effect on the mind. These sounds can greatly aid meditation, reduce stress and promote relaxation. They have a healing effect on the mind. They bring feelings of inner peace and a sense of overall balance and well-being. Moreover, in some Oriental schools of thought, wind chimes are supposed to create Zen energy attracting peaceful spirits while driving away the evil ones. They create a positive aura in the particular space in which they are placed dispelling the negative energies. Wind Chimes also enhance the aesthetics of a home adding colors and variety to your decor.

IS THIS A REMOTE CONTROL PRODUCT OR NOT?

You can utilize the controller to turn on/off the machine, pivot or not, you can likewise change the splendor and volume level, switch the characteristic sound, switch the light and sound mode, and set the clock. Simple to set up by children and grown-ups.

ARE THE BULBS REPLACEABLE?

The bulbs are very tiny, and therefore can’t be removed or replaced.However, we make sure we’re using top quality incandescent LED’s that have a long life expectancy, and if for some reason your tree stopped working as expected- we to stick to our 30 day money back guarantee..

WHAT ARE THE AURORA LIGHTS?

The aurora northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis, are a spectacular natural light show visible at certain times of the year in the northern hemisphere. … This ring-shaped zone sits over the Earth’s geomagnetic north pole, where aurora activity is concentrated.

CAN I LEAVE STAR PROJECTOR ON ALL NIGHT?

Yes because it automatically shuts off after 4hrs. And no, if you need it to light up the room all night vs only 4hrs. And after a little bit the motor makes a noice, there’s always an option to leave the stars and galaxy motionless too, that’s how we currently use it for my 5 and 3 yr old.

CAN YOU CHANGE THE LASER COLOUR ON A PROJECTOR?

Along the side of your Projector, you’ll be able to find 4 little symbols to help customise your lighting. 2nd from the top (Or third depending on which way you look at it), you’ll spot a circular symbol with ‘LED’ in the centre, simply press this with your finger and watch the lights change!

HOW LONG DO GALAXY PROJECTORS LAST?

Most projector lamps last between 1,500 and 2,000 hours, but some can last up to 5,000 hours. Most projectors will need one to two bulb swaps during this time. Unlike other bulbs that go out once expended, the high-pressure mercury and xenon used in projector lamps cause bulbs to dim over time.

ARE THESE PROJECTORS SAFE?

Yes, our Projector is 100% safe both for children and adults of all ages.

WHAT IS NIGHT LIGHT PROJECTOR?

Smart & Beautiful Star Projector Night Light — Projects a map of the colorful stars onto your ceiling and walls with this new starlight projector. … The Most Perfect Gift — Night light projector is perfect for decorating parties, holidays, wedding, room and other occasions.

HOW CAN I USE MY PHONE AS A PROJECTOR LIGHT?

Android users can download an app like Screen Rotation Control or Ultimate Rotation control. Once you’ve done this, turn your smartphone’s screen brightness up, put it into the box, start fiddling with your smartphone projector until you find a sweet focus point, close the box, dim the lights, and grab some popcorn.