Chasing Happiness: 7 Steps to a Happier and Less Anxious Child (Part Two)
Posted on October 6, 2012
Kids aren't anxious when they're too busy being happy. In this 3-part series "Chasing Happiness", we'll show you 7 steps you can start to take TODAY for happier, less anxious kids!
Chasing Happiness: 7 Steps to a Happier and Less Anxious Child (Part One)
Posted on October 5, 2012
Kids aren't anxious when they're too busy being happy. In this 3-part series "Chasing Happiness", we'll show you 7 steps you can start to take TODAY for happier, less anxious kids!
Exercise for Anxious Children – Why it Matters and How to Get Kids Moving
Posted on October 4, 2012
Studies consistently show that exercise and physical activity is one of the most effective ways to help reduce child anxiety and manage the stress today's child can struggle with. Learn what the research says about how and why exercise works for managing anxiety and some sneaky tricks to get your child more active and think it's FUN.
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.
Short-Term Side Effects of Anxiety Medication in Children
Posted on September 26, 2012
There are several types of drugs used to treat anxiety disorders in children, all with their own distinct side effects.
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.
Mindfulness or MBSR for Treating Child Anxiety
Posted on September 22, 2012
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and mindfulness practices have proven themselves highly beneficial for treating anxiety, panic attacks, and more. Learn what it is, the supporting research, and how it can be used to help treat child anxiety.
Brain Scans Predict Outcome of Anxiety Therapy
Posted on September 22, 2012
A breaking study by scientists at MIT reveals the success of therapy in treating social anxiety can be predicted through scans of the brain.
Three Things to Help Prevent Social Rejection
Posted on September 21, 2012
Friends are vital for proper development of a child's social skills. Luckily, there are things parents can do to make sure their child isn't left out.
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.
