Anxiety in children can be difficult to understand because symptoms can vary and some children may not show any symptoms at all. There are some common signs to look for though, some include:
Children may want to miss school. They can experience attachment issues and they may opt out of their usual everyday activities. They may also have trouble concentrating, or lack confidence to try new things.
Children can have unusual headaches, fatigue, stomach aches, and feel jittery. They can also have trouble sleeping. They may also have a racing heartbeat, dry mouth, or clammy hands.
They may have negative thoughts, constantly worry over any issues, or even have angry outbursts. They can feel embarrassed, or ashamed. Children may feel scared and panicky.
Persistent and excessive panic or distress when either directly experiencing or anticipating a feared stimulus, situation, or circumstance. Children who are experiencing these symptoms often face significant distress in their daily lives, feeling overwhelmed by fear and worry that can seem uncontrollable. Extreme irritability, especially in response to non-structured settings. Fear is out of proportion to the actual threat posed. Presence of symptoms for an extended period of time often last more than six months.
It is however, important to remember that anxiety is different from stress because anxiety is defined by persistent, excessive worries that don’t go away even when there is no stressor. If you suspect your child is experiencing any of these symptoms it may be time to check in with their doctor and seek help.
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