Supporting an Anxious Child
To My (Anxious) Daughter’s Future Boyfriends You will notice her smile, hear her laughing, and notice how people are drawn to her. You will feel the tug of something special. You will connect on a superficial level through social media, slowly moving to more personal calls. Over the next few weeks, you will be drawn to her light, wanting… Read More
6 Self Esteem Activities to Boost Confidence in Anxious Children Anxiety causes many issues for children…fear, stomachaches, isolation, lower grades, and anger. While each case of anxiety is unique to the individual child, there is one common factor among nearly all children with anxiety. Without fail, anxiety strips children of their confidence and self-esteem. It may start as… Read More
5 Hidden Benefits of Anxiety Severe anxiety has gripped our family off and on for years, to the point that I was drowning in self-doubt, guilt, fear, and hopelessness. In the midst of our lowest points, I could not see past what was happening minute by minute. At night, I would lay in bed trying to find sleep, but all… Read More
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. These apps offer children and… Read More
9 Enjoyable Activities for Children with Anxiety Children with anxiety are incredibly unique. Some may be quiet and reserved, with or without feelings of anxiety. Others, (like my daughter) are outgoing, social extroverts without anxiety, but quiet and needy when anxious. It can be challenging to plan activities to do together as a family when you are not… Read More
9 Helpful Books for Children with Anxiety Children faced with daily anxiety often struggle with understanding and handling their worries. Children’s literature offers relatable characters for anxious children, allowing them to better cope with their emotions. Anxious children feel better when they see that they are not alone in their fears, and are able to model the coping mechanisms… Read More
