Depression & Low Mood in Children and Teens
Persistent low mood, withdrawal and getting help
Written by the Inclusive Developmental and Therapy Center therapy team — our Speech & Language Therapist, psychology and ABA staff. Clinical reviewer for this site: Dr Muhammad Suffyan, MB BS (GMC 8023727) · The current version of this page has not been individually signed off by our clinical reviewer.
Depression and low mood: your next step in Multan
Ask about a psychological consultation for persistent low mood. Tell us if a doctor or psychiatrist is already involved so the next step fits the existing care plan.
First consultation: Rs 1,500 · up to 50 minutes. Model Town, Multan · Mon–Fri, 2 PM – 6 PM. Ongoing therapy is planned and priced separately.
Our psychology service works with children and teenagers aged 3–16. We do not prescribe medication or provide emergency psychiatric care.
Contact Muhammad Salman Afzal, clinical and child psychologist, first to confirm the appropriate clinician and service. How fees work.
Depression can affect children and teenagers. It may involve persistent sadness, irritability, withdrawal or losing interest in things they previously enjoyed. A change that lasts and interferes with daily life deserves attention; a webpage cannot establish whether it is depression.
If you are searching for a depression psychologist in Multan for your child, the first step is to discuss what has changed and whether a psychological consultation, medical assessment or urgent service is needed. Our child psychology service provides a place to discuss low mood and the appropriate next step. Medication decisions belong with a qualified medical clinician.
You can contact the centre without a diagnosis or referral. Bring a short description of the difficulty, when it started, its effect on everyday life and any existing reports. The first consultation is Rs 1,500 for up to 50 minutes; further assessment and therapy are discussed separately.
Changes to describe when asking for help
- Ongoing sadness, feeling empty or being noticeably more irritable
- Withdrawing from friends or losing interest in usual activities
- Changes in sleep, appetite or energy
- Concentration or schoolwork becoming more difficult
- Talking about hopelessness, worthlessness, death or self-harm
Getting the right support for low mood
- Make room to listen without treating the difficulty as laziness or a failure to be grateful. Tell the clinician what your child has said in their own words.
- Prepare a timeline: changes in sleep, school attendance, relationships and activities. Include previous care and any medicines prescribed by a doctor.
- Ask the psychologist how they assess risk, involve the family and coordinate with a doctor when necessary. Discuss privacy and its safety-related limits before sessions begin.
- Talking therapies can form part of treatment. The choice of therapy, medical involvement and follow-up depends on an individual assessment; this page is not a medication or treatment recommendation.
What the research tells us
These independent clinical sources inform this guide. They do not certify the centre or confirm which specialist treatments are available here.
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NIMH lists persistent low mood, loss of interest, irritability, withdrawal and sleep or eating changes among reasons a teenager should seek help. Treatment may involve psychotherapy, medication or both.
— NIMH — Teen Depression. View source -
NHS guidance encourages parents to take concerns about depression seriously and seek professional help for a child or young person.
— NHS — Depression in children and young people. View source
Depression & Low Mood: questions parents ask
Is it depression or ordinary teenage moodiness?
Persistence, a change from the young person’s usual self and the effect on everyday life matter. A professional should consider the full picture. Do not wait for certainty from an online checklist before asking for help.
Can a child who seems angry rather than sad need help with depression?
Yes. Irritability can be part of depression in young people. It is also seen in other situations, so anger by itself is not enough to identify depression.
Does the centre prescribe antidepressants?
No. The centre’s psychology service does not prescribe medication. If a psychiatric or other medical assessment is indicated, discuss that referral and how psychological support could fit alongside it.
Should we use the booking form if there is a risk of suicide?
Routine booking is not an emergency service. If someone has attempted suicide or is in immediate danger, seek emergency medical help now. Contact a qualified clinician urgently about thoughts of self-harm rather than waiting for a routine reply.
How do we arrange a consultation in Multan, and what does it cost?
Contact the owner, Muhammad Salman Afzal, to confirm the appropriate clinician and appointment. A first consultation is Rs 1,500 for up to 50 minutes. The centre is in Model Town, Multan, and opens Monday to Friday, 2 PM–6 PM. Ask about ongoing fees and whether an online consultation is suitable before booking.
Ask about depression and low mood support
A short, friendly conversation is the best first step. Call, text or WhatsApp us — we’ll listen and guide you, with no pressure.
MPS Road, Block A Model Town, Multan (near Bloomfield Hall School, Street No. 2) · Mon–Fri, 2 PM – 6 PM
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