What are the warning signs of mental illness in children?

Warning signs that your child may have a mental health disorder include:

• Sadness that lasts two or more weeks.
• Changes in being social or staying away from others.
• Hurting oneself or talking about hurting oneself.
• Talking about death or suicide.
• Having outbursts or being very moody or testy.
• Out-of-control behavior that can be harmful.
• Big changes in mood, behavior or personality.
• Changes in eating habits.
• Loss of weight.
• Trouble sleeping.
• Getting headaches or stomachaches often.
• Trouble concentrating.
• Doing poorly in school.
• Not going to school.