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LA CROSSE, Wis. (WXOW) — Mental illnesses can go unrecognized for many people; by your friends, family and even yourself. With a surge in a declining mental well-being for kids nationwide, local doctors are addressing how you can recognize mental health disorders in your child. 
Doctor Lauren Baker with Mayo Clinic Health System says the biggest thing to look for is a change in their usual interaction with family members. 
“Things like declining grades in school or engagement in school,” said Baker. 
“Not doing the things they used to be involved with and are kind of dropping off of those.” 
Some other warning signs include:
Baker also says the most common disorders seen among young kids is anxiety and depression. 
Common disorders among children:
For more information and resources through Mayo Clinic Health System, click here. 
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