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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Understanding School Refusal
Case Examples Rebecca, an eight-year-old girl, has always had difficulty attending school. Since she began third grade...
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Tips on Handling Separation Anxiety
Many children experience separation anxiety at the start of a new school year. This is normal and considered healthy. It...
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When to Pay Attention: Warning Signs of Potential Violence In Teens
There are many resources that list the warning signs of potential violence. Though this information can be quite useful,...
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The Physically and Verbally Aggressive Child
The Physically Aggressive Child The aggressive child, who can be considered to be slightly more advanced...
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About Anxiety Disorders
Introduction Anxiety is a normal, natural emotion experienced by most human beings. However, a youngster with an...
Source: NYU Child Study Center
