Anxiety & Resilience
"Empower a child's courage, embrace their fears, and be the steady hand that guides them through anxiety."

Have you noticed a change in behaviour of your child? 

 

Anxiety in children/young people is a common and complex emotional state that can have a profound impact on their own wellbeing and on parents and the family. It manifests as:

• excessive worry

• fear

• clinginess and separation anxiety

• perfectionism and fear of making mistakes

• nervous habits and rituals

• inability to fall asleep or stay asleep

• withdrawal from friends and family

• school refusal

• apprehension about various aspects of lives, such as school, social interactions, or family dynamics 

 

Children/young people experiencing anxiety often exhibit physical symptoms such as:

• restlessness

• stomach aches

• headaches
   

These can be mistaken for other health issues. Left untreated, anxiety can interfere with their development, affecting their academic performance, friendships, and overall quality of life.
 

Early recognition and interventions are crucial, as anxiety in children/young people can be managed effectively through therapeutic approaches, enabling them to build resilience and cope with life's challenges in a healthier way.

 

Whilst it may feel overwhelming, children/young people can be supported to face their fears, know they are not alone, and neither are you as their parent/caregiver.