Indian parents tend to add another tuition every time grades drop. But for many children, the real issue is emotional — and tuition makes it worse, not better. Here's how to tell.

6 Signs to Watch For

• Sleep changes (insomnia or oversleeping) lasting > 2 weeks.
• Withdrawal from friends, hobbies, family meals.
• Sudden anger outbursts or constant tearfulness.
• School refusal or frequent stomach-aches before school.
• Self-critical talk: 'I'm useless', 'I can't do anything right'.
• Falling grades across all subjects (not just one).

What to Do Next

These signs don't always mean a serious disorder — but they mean professional help is worth it.

• Start with a 30-minute student support consultation (Tutors Parliament's first call is free).
• Don't wait for marks to drop further.
• Avoid lecturing 'just be positive' — it shames the child further.

Student Support Expert or Psychiatrist?

For most early signs, a student support expert is enough. A psychiatrist (medical doctor) is needed if the expert recommends it or if you see:

• Self-harm talk or behaviour.
• Panic attacks.
• Persistent inability to function (can't go to school, eat, sleep).
• Family history of clinical depression or anxiety.

Indian parents tend to add another tuition every time grades drop. But for many children, the real issue is emotional — and tuition makes it worse, not better. Here's how to tell.

6 Signs to Watch For

• Sleep changes (insomnia or oversleeping) lasting > 2 weeks.
• Withdrawal from friends, hobbies, family meals.
• Sudden anger outbursts or constant tearfulness.
• School refusal or frequent stomach-aches before school.
• Self-critical talk: 'I'm useless', 'I can't do anything right'.
• Falling grades across all subjects (not just one).

What to Do Next

These signs don't always mean a serious disorder — but they mean professional help is worth it.

• Start with a 30-minute student support consultation (Tutors Parliament's first call is free).
• Don't wait for marks to drop further.
• Avoid lecturing 'just be positive' — it shames the child further.

Student Support Expert or Psychiatrist?

For most early signs, a student support expert is enough. A psychiatrist (medical doctor) is needed if the expert recommends it or if you see:

• Self-harm talk or behaviour.
• Panic attacks.
• Persistent inability to function (can't go to school, eat, sleep).
• Family history of clinical depression or anxiety.