Anxiety in Children

Anxiety is a form of stress. Children can experience anxiety physically and emotionally. It is not uncommon for a child to experience anxiety, but if it is excessive and starts interrupting their day, it may be time to seek help. The following articles may be helpful with learning more about anxiety and Separation Anxiety and when to seek help from a professional.

What to Do (and Not Do) When Children Are Anxious

https://childmind.org/article/what-to-do-and-not-do-when-children-are-anxious/

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Article about Anxiety, fears and phobias:

http://kidshealth.org/en/parents/anxiety.html?WT.ac=ctg#catfeelings

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Article about Anxiety Disorders in children:

http://kidshealth.org/en/parents/anxiety-disorders.html?WT.ac=ctg#catfeelings

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5 Parent-tested ways to Ease Separation Anxiety:

http://www.scholastic.com/parents/resources/article/social-emotional-skills/5-parent-tested-ways-to-ease-separation-anxiety

Article about Separation anxiety and Separation Anxiety Disorder:

https://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/separation-anxiety-and-separation-anxiety-disorder.htm

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Article about ways to help your child if they are experiencing Separation Anxiety:

https://www.healthyplace.com/anxiety-panic/anxiety-and-children/separation-anxiety-in-children-how-to-help-your-child/