Hormones Play a Large Role in Teenage Anxiety
Posted on August 8, 2012
Can't figure out why your teenager is so anxious and moody all of the time? Hormones may play a larger role than you think! In this article, you will learn how to separate the normal level of teenage anxiety and moodiness from a more serious case of depression or an anxiety disorder.
Recognizing Anxiety Disorders in Children and Teens
Posted on August 5, 2012
How can you tell when your child is suffering from an anxiety disorder? Some anxiety is normal for everyone, but it can be difficult to spot a serious problem if you don't know what to look for. Children don't always show their anxiety in the same way as adults, either. Learn what behaviors you should watch out for in your child.
Facebook Anxiety: How You Can Protect Your Kids
Posted on August 5, 2012
Social networking and the Internet can be a blessing and a curse. They allow you to stay in touch over great distances, but they can also make your family vulnerable to a number of problems. Cyberbullying and Facebook addiction are on the rise among children and young adults. How can you, as a parent, make the Internet safer for your kids?
Computers Used to Relieve Anxiety in Children
Posted on August 5, 2012
Is there a treatment which works as well for children with anxiety as medication? It seems that there may be one in the near future! New research from the University of Israel may lead to a computer-based treatment for children who suffer from anxiety disorders. Learn more about how the program works.
Emotion Detectives Treatment Protocol: A New Option for Childhood Anxiety
Posted on August 4, 2012
A new program entitled Emotion Detectives Treatment Protocol might provide your family with a treatment option for overcoming your child's anxiety. EDTP combines several techniques, including parent training, that have proven successful when treating children with anxiety. The program is also promising for children who have symptoms of depression as well as anxiety.
How Anxiety Disorders Influence Adolescent Behavior
Posted on August 2, 2012
Recognizing the signs of an anxiety disorder early is very important for successful treatment. Studies have shown the negative effects late diagnosis of an anxiety disorder can have. For children who struggle with anxiety problems without receiving the help they need, the risks for problems in the teen years is much greater.
Honest Talk About Suicide
Posted on July 31, 2012
If you have reason to suspect that your adolescent with anxiety may be experiencing suicidal thoughts, then you will want to give this article a read. The author offers tips for talking with teenagers who appear depressed, as well as some startling statistics that you might not know about teen suicide.
The Relationship Between Sugar and Childhood Anxiety
Posted on July 30, 2012
Could sugar be a major culprit when it comes to your child's anxiety? Sugar comes in various forms and is not always easy to identify when reading ingredient labels. Learn about the relationship between sugar consumption and anxiety, and what you can do to ensure that your child's diet is not contributing to their struggle with anxiety.
Recognizing Depression in Teenagers
Posted on July 28, 2012
Has your anxious child suddenly grown into a withdrawn and isolated teenager? If so, you might want to check out this resource that outlines the symptoms, that might signal depression, to watch out for in a teenager. Examples include a sudden drop in school performance and changes in a child's social circle.
Intermittent Explosive Disorder Common in Teenagers
Posted on July 28, 2012
Does your teenager's anger level concern you? As many as 2 out of 3 teenagers report that they have experienced attacks of anger that feel uncontrollable. Adolescents with Anxiety might be more prone to intense feelings of anger. Read on to discover what level of anger is normal for most teenagers.
