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Apna clinic, 212 Kamala Kunj, Sir Bhalchandra road, Behind Ruia college, Matunga East, Mumbai-400019
Landmark: near Ruia College
Academic Difficulties
Expert Psychiatric Support by Dr. Somil Savla – MD Psychiatry (Gold Medalist)
Academic struggles are more than just poor grades—they can be early signs of attention issues, emotional distress, or undiagnosed learning disorders. If your child is underperforming despite effort, facing concentration issues, or showing anxiety around exams, they may benefit from professional psychiatric support.
At his Mumbai clinic, Dr. Somil Savla, a trusted child and adolescent psychiatrist, provides focused evaluation and treatment for academic difficulties in children and teens. With years of clinical experience, he offers personalized interventions to improve focus, motivation, and emotional balance—crucial for academic success.
Understanding Academic Difficulties
Students may face challenges in learning for many reasons. These can be psychological, behavioral, environmental, or neurological in origin. Common academic difficulties include:
- Lack of concentration or attention in class
- Declining performance despite preparation
- Difficulty retaining information
- Anxiety before tests or exams
- Avoidance of schoolwork or classes
- Poor self-esteem related to academics
These problems often stem from conditions like ADHD, learning disabilities, anxiety disorders, exam phobia, or family stress.
When to Consult a Psychiatrist
- Struggles academically across multiple subjects
- Appears excessively anxious before exams or assignments
- Complains of headaches or fatigue when studying
- Complains of headaches or fatigue when studying
- Is increasingly irritable, withdrawn, or defiant about schoolwork
Early psychiatric intervention can prevent these challenges from escalating into long-term academic and emotional setbacks.
Dr. Somil Savla’s Approach
Dr. Savla provides a structured, compassionate evaluation designed for school-going children and college students. His treatment approach includes:
Detailed Academic and Behavioral Assessment
Identifying attention issues, emotional triggers, and any developmental delays through structured interviews and standardized tools.
Treatment of Underlying Psychiatric Conditions
Management of conditions such as ADHD, generalized anxiety, exam stress, low mood, or sleep disturbances that impair academic function.
Study Skill Enhancement and Motivation Therapy
Incorporating counseling techniques that help students build better focus, time management, and study habits.
Parental Guidance and School Coordination
Helping parents understand their child’s needs and, where necessary, coordinating with educators for appropriate classroom support.
Why Choose Dr. Somil Savla?
Dr. Savla is an experienced psychiatrist in Mumbai who works extensively with students of all age groups. He is a Gold Medalist in Psychiatry and has successfully helped children and teens overcome a range of academic and emotional challenges.
With a child-sensitive, non-judgmental approach, he ensures that young patients receive holistic care that builds both mental wellness and academic performance.
FAQs
Not always. Emotional issues like anxiety, depression, or family stress can also affect academic concentration.
Yes. When attention, motivation, or mood issues are addressed, academic performance often improves as a result.
Not necessarily. Medication is only prescribed after careful assessment and when other methods like therapy alone are insufficient.
Take the First Step Toward Academic Recovery
Every child has the potential to succeed with the right support. If academic challenges are affecting your child’s growth, don’t delay seeking help. Book a consultation with Dr. Somil Savla, a trusted expert in academic difficulties and child psychiatry in Mumbai.
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- Apna clinic, 212 Kamala Kunj, Sir Bhalchandra road, Behind Ruia college, Matunga East, Mumbai-400019 Landmark: near Ruia College
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