Children are at greater risk for anxiety disorders secondary to close exposure to trauma and violence. We live in a post 911 era where many children are aware of a perceived threat of terrorism. Children are increasingly exposed to and aware of violence that occurs in their own neighborhoods and homes. While day to day functioning appears to be normal, many children internalize these stressors and thus are vulnerable to anxiety disorders. Anxiety is a general term though there are many forms of anxiety. The most common symptoms are: excessive fear, worry, uneasiness, rapid heart beat, sweaty palms, ruminations, stomach problems, headaches and other physical symptoms. Tomorrow, I will discuss the different types of anxiety disorders.
Posted on: Wed, 09 Oct 2013 19:39:27 +0000