Separation anxiety disorder is one of the most common anxiety disorders in children, accounting for nearly half of referrals for anxiety-based mental health treatment. It’s fairly […]
In the broadest sense, anxiety is an intense fear, worry or dread. These feelings are often connected to a specific situation, event or thought. While these […]
Chronic anxiety can be especially challenging for teens who are grappling with the complexities of adolescence. If your teen is experiencing excessive or irrational anxiety that […]
Jessica Lavender, a licensed professional counselor, and administrator at Embrace U, talked with Lydia Thompson on the podcast “Counselor Off The Clock” about enabling vs. helping […]
More than 30% of adolescents report struggling with an anxiety disorder, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Anxiety, if left untreated, can significantly interfere […]
It’s common for children to miss their parents or caregivers when separated. However, if your child is experiencing extreme levels of anxiety impacting their age-appropriate behavior, […]
One of the most common mental health conditions affecting children and teens is anxiety. More than 9% of children aged 3-17 experience diagnosed anxiety each year, […]
Panic attacks, also known as panic disorder, can have an immense and paralyzing impact on teens, as well as leave their family members and friends feeling […]
When you are a teenager, experiencing anxiety is par for the course. As we know, teenagers go through tremendous growth in their brains and bodies. When […]