When children suffer from social anxiety it can interfere with their ability to learn in school. Children with social anxiety may feel as if they don't fit in with their classmates, they may be afraid of being criticized or that everyone is looking at them. They may think no one likes them or be afraid of speaking or eating in front of other people.
For children attending school, social anxiety can be devastating. It is more than just shyness, it is an extreme fear they must live with every...
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This week of May 2-8, has been designated by The National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health as National Children’s... Read more »
As the holiday season gets under way, stress builds. While we accept the rushed days and the added pressure, children also feel the stress... Read more »
We spent Halloween at my sister's house this year. Every year, most of the houses on the block she lives on decorate their garages as one... Read more »
Although social anxiety disorder (SAD) frequently shows up in adolescents, young children can also suffer from SAD. Some of the symptoms in... Read more »
With sweaty palms and pounding heart, you swallow the lump in your throat and make your way into the large, crowded room. Even though you are at your... Read more »
The holiday season with shopping, preparations and many social events can be stressful for adults, but can be times of high anxiety for children as... Read more »
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