How Does Separation Anxiety Affect Children?
Posted on August 5, 2012
Separation anxiety can be stressful for everyone: the parents, the siblings, and the child. Getting ready to go anywhere can become a hassle and a major scene. In addition to this, parents who have to part from their child often feel guilty and worried. What are the full effects of separation anxiety on a child? Read to find out.
How Do You Handle Your Child’s Separation Anxiety?
Posted on August 5, 2012
It's difficult to decide how to deal with separation anxiety in a child. As a mother or father, you probably want to offer comfort and stay with your young child as often as possible. Seeing your son or daughter in distress is painful, but it's impossible to stay together all the time. Two different writers offer their opinions on how parents should treat their child with separation anxiety.
Tips for Easing Your Child’s Separation Anxiety
Posted on August 5, 2012
When your child has separation anxiety, saying goodbye can involve a lot of tears and guilt. You may think this is just a phase you have to deal with, but there are ways you can help your child through the difficult period. Read some basic things you can do to prepare your anxious child for your absence.
Calming Bedtime Routines for Children With Anxiety
Posted on July 24, 2012
Is "bedtime" a word that invokes feelings of anxiety for everyone in your house? If your child has a difficult time winding down after a long day, you might consider changing the way that you approach bedtime. After a few simple changes you might find that you and your child really look forward to what used to be the hardest time of the day.