Introduction

Its normal for children to feel worried or anxious from time to time, such as when theyre starting school or nursery, or moving to a new area.

Anxiety is a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear it's an understandable reaction in children to change or a stressful event.

But for some children,anxiety affects their behaviour and thoughts on a daily basis, interfering with their school, home and social life. This is when you may need professional help to tackle it before it becomes a more serious issue.

So how do you know when your child's anxiety has reached this stage?

Read on to find out:

What are the signs of anxiety in children?

What types of anxiety do children and teenagers experience?

When is anxietya disorder that needs treating?

How serious can it be?

Where should I go for help?

How can an anxiety disorder be treated?

What can I do to help my child?

Why are some children affected and others not?

How common are anxiety disorders in children?

Where can I go for further information and support?

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Medically Reviewed by a doctor on 23 Jan 2017