Sources There is a stigma attached to mental ill-health and, therefore, there will be tendencies on the part of the parents and relations of children not to reveal cases of mental disorders and behaviour problems to the proper authorities. The referrals to the clinic will come through the following authorities or agencies:
Types of cases A child has to be taken as a complete personality, as an aggregate of body, emotions and intellect. Failure of integration of this component may result in mental break-down, maladjustments, which need repairs and treatment. The following are types of cases which may be referred to a Child Guidance Clinic:
