What Is Child Anxiety?

It is a group of disorders that are experienced by kids. There are several different types such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Separation Anxiety Disorder, Selective Mutism, Social Phobia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder as well as other specific phobias.

When it comes to mental health issues that affect children and adolescents, anxiety disorders are at the top of the list. It is important to start teaching children coping skills from the very beginning as growing up is already a stressful life event.

What Are The Symptoms of Child Anxiety?

The symptoms of anxiety in children can manifest in several different ways depending on the specific type of anxiety disorder. There is no set string of symptoms that are foolproof.

One parent may mistake general fear or nervousness as an anxiety disorder while another parent may discount a real mental health issue as the child being spoiled. The symptoms may also vary depending on the age of the child. Anxiety symptoms can start from the very early stages of development.

Infants and toddlers will display symptoms such as crying, clinginess, and an irregular pattern of sleeping.

Preschool-age children will display the same symptoms as above in addition to the vocalization of sometimes irrational fears and temper tantrums.

School-age children and adolescents may be especially moody, jumpy, or nervous and may even become irritable and violent. This age group will also begin displaying signs of avoidance of certain uncomfortable situations.

The most important thing to remember is that if your child is developing symptoms that are outside of his or her normal behavior there may not always be a cause for concern. However, if these symptoms become so severe that it is interfering with the things that they do daily or affect their quality of life then it is time to seek a professional evaluation.

Causes of Child Anxiety Disorders.

The causes also vary according to the age of the child affected. It is common and expected for children to have fears of certain things, situations, and sometimes even people. Again, it is when the fear is so irrational that it affects the quality of the child’s life and daily activities. There are certain stressors that are common as detailed below.

Infants and toddlers are usually afraid of loud and sudden noises, large objects such as pets or stuffed animals, strangers and being separated from their parents.

Preschool-age children may have plenty of imaginary fears such as ghosts, monsters, and the boogeyman. They may also be afraid of being alone, loud noises, and sleeping alone; especially during loud storms.

School-age children and adolescents usually display more rational fears such as failing a test or not being accepted into college. They will also begin displaying fears of death and rejection, as well as a fear of war or natural disasters.

Child anxiety disorders are a large and varied group of mental health disorders that affect children of different ages and backgrounds. There are many different stressors, which not all children will react to the same way.

Homeopathic Remedy for Nervousness, Worry, and Shyness in Children

If you suspect that your child may have a problem it is never too early to start a course of all-natural homeopathic treatment, which could be of a proven natural formula called MindSoothe Jr.

This remedy helps children to lessen their feelings of restlessness, nervousness, and agitation and helps to reduce fear and separation anxiety when you have to leave them somewhere they are not comfortable with such as kindergarten or the early days of school.

In these situations, MindSoothe Jr will help with lessening feelings of being flustered or overwhelmed and shyness and apprehension of an unknown situation. After all, we want to be able to leave our children with a feeling of relaxation and a sense of security within themselves.

• Temporarily reduces childhood nerves, fears, and apprehension about being separated from parent or caretaker
• Leading natural medicine relieves restlessness, agitation, and restlessness in fearful children
• Reduces distress and separation issues in children, including temper tantrums and pleading
• Lessens feelings of being flustered or overwhelmed
• Eases shyness and apprehension around unfamiliar people and places
• Increases relaxation and sense of security to avoid clingy behavior

Check it out and see for yourself how it is helping kids of all ages to lead a much healthier life.

Wishing your little one happiness and confidence,

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