What should I do if my daughter has mental health issues?
Nov 19, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Baohua
Introduction
Your daughter's abnormal mental state may be caused by lack of sleep, hormonal fluctuations, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, etc. It can be improved through adjusting sleep schedules, emotional support, and medication. If symptoms persist for more than two weeks or worsen, seek medical attention promptly. Chronic late nights and poor sleep quality prevent the brain from getting adequate rest.
Abnormal mental status in daughters may be caused by lack of sleep, hormonal fluctuations, depression, anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), etc. Symptoms can be improved through adjusting sleep schedules, emotional support, and medication. If symptoms persist for more than two weeks or worsen, prompt medical attention is necessary.
1. Sleep deprivation: Chronic late nights and poor sleep quality prevent the brain from getting adequate rest, leading to lethargy and difficulty concentrating. It is recommended to maintain a regular sleep schedule, ensure 7–9 hours of sleep each night, and create a quiet, comfortable sleeping environment.
2. Hormonal fluctuations: Changes in hormone levels during special periods such as puberty or menstruation can affect nervous system regulation, resulting in mood swings, irritability, and anger. Increased communication and emotional support are advised, along with avoiding excessive pressure and encouraging participation in enjoyable activities to relieve emotional stress.
3. Depression: Persistent low mood triggered by genetic factors or environmental stress leads to loss of interest in activities, accompanied by insomnia and decreased appetite. Under a doctor's guidance, patients may take medications such as fluoxetine dispersible tablets, sertraline tablets, or escitalopram oxalate tablets to alleviate symptoms.
4. Anxiety disorder: Excessive worry and restlessness caused by mental stress and psychological burden may be accompanied by palpitations, sweating, and difficulty concentrating. Under medical supervision, medications such as paroxetine tablets, fluvoxamine tablets, or buspirone hydrochloride tablets may be used to relieve discomfort.
5. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): Repetitive obsessive thoughts or behaviors caused by psychological factors or neurotransmitter imbalances—recognized as unnecessary but difficult to control—are often accompanied by anxiety. Patients may follow medical advice to use clomipramine tablets, fluoxetine capsules, or sertraline dispersible tablets to improve symptoms.
Pay close attention to your daughter’s emotional changes, offer陪伴 and understanding, encourage moderate physical activity to relieve stress, maintain a balanced diet, and foster a warm, supportive family environment to promote overall mental and physical well-being.
