Why Timeouts Can Backfire for Anxious Children
Posted on June 27, 2016
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
Posted on May 31, 2016
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.
Book Helps Neglected Children Cope with Anxiety, Emotions, Change
Posted on May 10, 2016
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
Posted on February 29, 2016
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)?
Posted on January 25, 2016
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
Posted on December 22, 2015
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.
How to Help Anxious Children Cope with the Holiday Season
Posted on November 30, 2015
The holidays can be a time of laughter, parties, joy, goodies -- and increased anxiety for your already anxious child. Check out some tips to help them cope.
How Selective Mutism Can Affect Anxious Children
Posted on October 27, 2015
Certain situations can be scary enough for anxious children that the children are unable to speak. Read on for more on the condition known as selective mutism.
How Exercise Helps Anxious Children Cope with Bullies
Posted on September 30, 2015
Regular physical activity can help anxious children in numerous ways, especially when it comes to coping with bullies. Read on for more!
When Picky Eating Can Indicate Anxiety, Depression or ADHD
Posted on August 31, 2015
Picky eating in children could be just a phase, or it could be a sign of underlying issues such as anxiety, depression or ADHD. Read on to find out what the latest research says about this common childhood habit.
