Why is it hard for parents to identify mental illness in children? What mental health conditions affect children? How do health care providers diagnose mental illness in children? Content What is a mental illness? Barriers to treating childhood mental health disorders Common disorders among children What are the warning signs of mental illness in children? What should I do if I suspect my child has a mental health condition? How do health care professionals diagnose mental illness in children? How is mental illness in children treated? How can I help my child cope with mental illness?