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It is not uncommon for children and adolescents to experience shyness and hesitance around people and social situations they are unfamiliar with. Approximately 13 percent of children ages 9-17 suffer from severe fears and shyness that they qualify for an anxiety disorder diagnosis. Better understanding of shyness, fears, and anxiety can help your child to more easily navigate their social world in childhood and for years to come.
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A College Student Talks About Overcoming His Social Anxiety
This speech was delivered at the New York University Child Study Center Second Annual Child Advocacy Award Dinner...
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Observation Guidelines: Assessing the Emotions of Children and Adolescents
Happiness Look For: Smiles Laughter Spontaneity Example: Paul, age 17, chatters with his friends during his...
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Anxiety Checklist for Parents
Some of the following symptoms are typical of children who may have an anxiety disorder. If your answer to several...
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Mental Disorders and Psychiatric Medications
Special Message This booklet is designed to help mental health patients and their families understand how and why...
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Separation Anxiety Disorder
Most children have some anxiety or fears about separation from home and family. They may not want to be left with a...
Source: Community Action Network
