Anxiety and children

Know the of disorder in child or teen

Know the signs of anxiety disorder in your child or teen ing a positive support network helps, too.

• Recognize and praise your child’s small accomplishments and help build a strong support network.

• child’s small and help build a strong network.

• Don’t punish mistakes or lack of progress.

• A normal routine but flexible routine is necessary. Modify expectations during any high-stress periods.

• is a normal of adolescence; however, teens nosed with an disorder more sympchild or teen

• Anxiety is a normal part of adolescence; however, teens diagnosed with an anxiety disorder experience more ongoing symptoms. Effective and consistent parenting helps your child or teen feel less anxious. Build-

• Building a teen’s self-esteem is always important, but for children with anxiety, building interpersonal strength is necessary If your child shows conencourage involvement and praise frequently.

• Be consistent but flexible when needed to help your child be more comfortable with change. Have transparent conversations allowing discussion and feedback so the teen feels empowered.

Source: Bethany Kassar, licensed clinical social worker and executive director of outpatient services at Summit Behavioral Health. Used with permission.

Source: Kassar, licensed clinical social worker and executive director of services at Summit Behavioral Health. Used with