Like adults, many children experience anxiety. Unlike adults, symptoms of anxiety in children can be displayed as anger and irritability, in addition to fear and worry. Understanding the symptoms of anxiety in children can make all the difference in helping your child.
According to the CDC, children can start experiencing symptoms of anxiety as early as 8 months. Anxiety in children this young can be displayed as distress when separated from parents or close family members. As children age, additional symptoms of anxiety can present in the following the ways:
This is a short summary of symptoms in comparison to the list of all symptoms children may experience when suffering with anxiety. For more information on anxiety, symptoms, and ways to treat anxiety and depression -- visit the CDC website.
When you think of anxiety, the thought of general worry and concern may be what you picture. However, there are different types of anxiety, especially in children, that all have unique symptoms.
The different types of anxiety in children include separation, phobia, and social anxiety in addition to general anxiousness.
Symptoms of separation anxiety
Symptoms of phobia anxiety
Symptoms of social anxiety
Anxiety can be caused from biological, family, and environmental factors. Anyone can be affected from anxiety, even if there is no family history of anxiety. Severe anxiety issues can be treated and early treatment is key in preventing difficulties for your child in the future.
Noticing the signs and symptoms of anxiety in your child is key in getting them the help they need quickly. The best thing you can do is talk to your pediatrician or primary care provider. They can give you the best advice and develop a personalized treatment plan for treating anxiety. Once you have established a plan of action with your child's provider, there are additional things you can do at home to help ease anxiety in your child.
Our team of providers in the LMPN Pediatrics Office have your child's health and wellness top of mind. As your child grows, so will their health needs. Our pediatric services include, but are not limited to:
To make an appointment with one of our providers, call (574) 753-4151.