Body image is shaped heavily by parents, peers, and media, which means adults play a key role in helping young people understand what’s truly normal — and healthy — during this time.
If you’ve caught yourself asking, “Is this normal?” more than once lately, you are not alone. It’s not your fault that no one taught you what to expect in this season of life.
Besides Generalized Anxiety Disorder, children can experience several different types of anxiety or related disorders in childhood….When it comes to anxiety in children, it can be difficult to know when it’s time to get help….Ultimately, if anxiety symptoms are persistent and interfere with a child’s daily life, it can be beneficial to get some professional support.
Back-to-school isn’t just for the kids. It’s an opportunity for you to reset, find your rhythm again, and step into the next season feeling like the best version of yourself.
From an evolutionary perspective, anxiety was made to protect us… What our brains did not prepare for…. was technology, capitalism, and the 21st century.
When you suspect that your child or teen may be struggling with anxiety, it can feel daunting to think about how to bring up your concerns in a useful way. Learn ways to facilitate a supportive conversation.