Over 20% of the children in this country suffer from anxiety disorders that often go undiagnosed and untreated. Children today are faced with a barrage of instant information, some of which is horrifying, such as the Newtown massacre. However, it is the imagined fears, not the real ones, that can be most debilitating. Most childhood anxiety disorders are a result of an interaction between biology and environment, although some are hereditary. Parental behavior also plays a role in how children react to various situations. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a successful treatment for over-anxious children and is often used along with antidepressants. Read the entire article here: When Anxiety Interrupts a Child’s LifeClick to learn more about anxiety therapy and treatment with Dr. Jane Rubin.
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