Why Family Dinnertime Matters for Anxious Children

Families that regularly eat dinner together are sustaining a routine that helps their anxious children in a number of ways. Read on for more!

How to Help Anxious Children Cope with Sibling Rivalry

Sibling rivalry is part of growing up, but it can be particularly tough on anxious children. Check out tips for helping your anxious child without causing more harm than good.

How an Anxious Child’s Lack of Sleep Now Leads to Depression Later

Your anxious child may get cranky and uncontrollable without enough sleep, but even bigger problems, like depression, can be waiting down the line if insufficient sleep becomes an ongoing habit.

Why Timeouts Can Backfire for Anxious Children

Sending an anxious child into a timeout is essentially sending an anxious child into isolation. And isolation is not a good thing when emotions run high and misbehavior runs rampant.

How Chores Can Help Anxious Children

Giving your anxious child a slate of chores can do much more than help you out around the house. Check out the myriad benefits manual labor can bring to your child.

Why You Don’t Want to Spank Your Anxious Child

Spanking has sparked debate for years, yet a new study may be the end-all to put the debate to rest. Read on to find out what it says.

Book Helps Neglected Children Cope with Anxiety, Emotions, Change

Know any anxious children who had been saddled with adult responsibilities? This new book may help, providing a way to give neglected children the care and attention they need and deserve.

How Parents’ Anxiety Makes Children Picky Eaters

Anxiety and depression in parents can have an impact on how picky their children are about food. Check out a study that found a link.

Is Your Anxious Child a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)?

Anxious children may be Highly Sensitive children, a condition that makes them highly in-tune with everything around them. Read on for more!

How Dogs May Help Decrease Child Anxiety

Dogs can help children learn responsibility and cooperation while providing unconditional love. And a recent study also finds dogs may do wonders for reducing children's anxiety.