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My son is having behavioural problems
My son is having behavioural problems and mentally retarded. He is 18 now and started touching girls of our neighbouring flats. Im not able to understand how shall i deal with this situation. We stay in Mumbai. Can you recommded some good psytracrist or any institute for mental health. Pls help.
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Dr. Mayuri Mohanty
Psychiatrist
12 yrs exp
Thane
Dear practo user,
Mentally retarded is no more a correct term. Intellectually disabled (ID)is the right term for it now. Also behavioral issues are quite common with ID. There are medicines to calm him down. Do not give up hope! consult a psychiatrist
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