Homemade Playdough with Scents to Calm Anxiety I am continually experimenting with ways to calm anxiety in both myself, my child, and my students. After a long break in making homemade playdough, I returned to a recipe that has never let down. I am going to share a scented homemade playdough recipe that can be… Continue reading Homemade Playdough with Scents to Calm Anxiety
Category: Child Anxiety
Parents and teachers often need support for their anxious child. Good Bye Anxiety, Hello Joy offers support, guidance, resources, consulting, and hope for managing anxiety in children. The most frequent questioned asked by parents and teachers is “how to help a child with anxiety”. This question is offered here.
8 Myths About Anxiety in Children and Teens
8 Myths About Anxiety in Children and Teens The most frustrating aspect of raising a child with an anxiety disorder is the never-ending presence of misinformation related to the topic of anxiety. It seems that no matter who you meet, whether it is personally or professionally, EVERYONE has an opinion, yet seldom does anyone have… Continue reading 8 Myths About Anxiety in Children and Teens
10 Must Try Apps for Kids with Anxiety
10 Must Try Apps for Kids with Anxiety Mental health apps for kids with anxiety can be effective in offering relief that is accessible, efficient, and portable. Anxiety can affect young children, tweens, and teens. While 1 in 5 children have an anxiety disorder, many others suffer from anxiety during certain activities or situations. … Continue reading 10 Must Try Apps for Kids with Anxiety
Anxiety in Children, What is Normal and When to Seek Help
Anxiety in Children, What is Normal and When to Seek Help Anxiety is becoming a buzzword in the parenting world. While it is great that the topic of anxiety in children is getting discussed in everyday conversations, it is important to separate typical, everyday fears and worries from anxieties that become debilitating and interfere with… Continue reading Anxiety in Children, What is Normal and When to Seek Help
Improving Emotional Intelligence in Kids with Anxiety
Improving Emotional Intelligence in Kids with Anxiety If your child is suffering from anxiety, he or she may label nearly every emotion as scared or sad, unable to accurately identify or articulate true feelings. Despite feelings of hunger, sleepiness, anger, or jealousy, many anxious children are often habituated to feeling “scared”. Research has shown that… Continue reading Improving Emotional Intelligence in Kids with Anxiety
Selective Mutism in Children: A Mother’s Story
Selective Mutism in Children- A Mother’s Story of Understanding, Treatment, and Hope Incredible thanks to Leslie Peckham for sharing the story of her family’s journey with Selective Mutism in children. We knew there was something going on that made our daughter afraid and antisocial in certain environments. We just didn’t know it had a name… Continue reading Selective Mutism in Children: A Mother’s Story