Preparing to Seek Treatment for Your Child with OCD
Posted on October 12, 2012
If you're thinking about getting your child treated for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, there may be a few things you need to know beforehand. Treatment won't be easy, and it can be made even more difficult when your child refuses to follow the rules. Learn what you should do to prepare yourself and your child for treatment.
Teaching Your Teen To Deal with Stress
Posted on October 10, 2012
If you're concerned by your teen's emotional and physical state, you may be interested in the findings linked to a new high school health program. The fitness-based curriculum was shown to have a major impact on the participating students' well-being. Read more about it here.
New App for Treating OCD and Anxiety
Posted on October 8, 2012
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, or OCD, can be incredibly difficult to deal with. Parents of a child with OCD often have trouble deciding how to help their son or daughter. One interesting new treatment form for OCD is an electronic application. The innovative "app" has some unique features that may be worth looking into. Find out more about it here.
Providing Stress Relief for Your Child
Posted on October 6, 2012
Can children suffer from stress and anxiety? Of course! As a parent, you probably know about some of the methods you can use to reduce your own stress. But how can you help your anxious child to develop safe, healthy stress management habits? Read to find out.
Teens, Social Anxiety, and Substance Abuse
Posted on October 3, 2012
Adolescence is generally known as a period when social interactions are of the utmost importance. Teens are highly preoccupied by how others perceive them. For teens with social anxiety disorder, being liked and approved of by others seems even more important. Highly anxious teenagers can feel enormous pressure, so parents must know how to prevent poor coping behaviors.
Online Treatment for Anxiety in Children and Teens
Posted on September 30, 2012
Today, you can find just about anything online. Thanks to the Internet, people can buy services from all over the world, including therapy sessions. Come read about the innovative Australian therapy for children and adolescents with anxiety problems.
How to Address an Anxious Child’s Worries
Posted on September 27, 2012
You may feel concerned when your child expresses an unreasonable amount of worry. As children age, it's natural for them to become aware of more of the dangers of the “real world.” However, it's important for kids to understand that they don't need to worry about certain things. Learn how to discuss your child's anxieties in a healthy way.
Anxiety Relief for Children Dealing with Trauma
Posted on September 23, 2012
Young children are often comforted by a familiar object such as a warm blanket or a stuffed animal. It turns out that these traditional means of comfort may have real benefits for an anxious child's health. Read what law officers in Florida are doing to support the mental well-being of young victims.
Five Simple Suggestions for Dealing with Separation Anxiety
Posted on September 19, 2012
Have you struggled with getting your child to calm down when you have to go somewhere? If so, there are ways you can make your son or daughter more comfortable and calm. It's perfectly normal for a small child to feel upset when separated from a parent, but it doesn't have to become a major problem in your household. Find out what you can do to lessen the effects of separation anxiety.
Preventing Childhood Stress: School-Related Anxiety
Posted on September 15, 2012
If you're a parent of a child with an anxiety disorder, you may wonder how you can help him or her deal with school problems. Children with conditions such as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and generalized anxiety often have trouble concentrating in the classroom. This can hurt the performance of your child, so it's important to recognize issues early on.
