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- Physical Manifestations of Child Anxiety
Anxiety is, of course, a natural part of life. Everyone experiences anxiety at times, and anxiety is often healthy – being anxious tells you to leave a dangerous situation. But sometimes children (and adults) can develop anxiety that doesn’t go away after a short period of time and may be generalized or specific. Anxiety has […]
Read More » - The Power of Touch in Child Brain Development
In the last few posts, I’ve discussed the importance of adult-child interpersonal relationships in the fostering of brain development. In this interview, I discuss the importance of touch as it relates to child development and discuss the practical things parents can do to increase physical touch. I also discuss society’s overreaction to fears concerning child sexual […]
Read More » - Sleep and its Affects on Anxiety
Now that school is back in full swing, hopefully, your child has been able to settle into some sort of standard routine. With any luck, a good night’s sleep has become part of that schedule. The amount of sleep your kids get matters, especially when they are stressed. A new study in Psychoneuroendocrinology suggests that […]
Read More » - The Decline of Play-Based Childhood
Photo by Margaret Weir on Unsplash In the recently published book The Anxious Generation, author Jonathan Haidt reviews research showing that children are no longer able to experience play-based childhoods and this is leading to increased rates of anxiety and other mental health issues. It’s best for parents to recognize this trend in society and […]
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Chris McCarthy, PhD, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor. His two main specialties are working with children & teens with anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues, as well as couples counseling. Connect with him on Google+