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Does My Child Have Anxiety?

Does My Child Have Anxiety?

You may be surprised to know that anxiety does not only affect adults. Children, even very young ones, can suffer from anxiety disorders. If the disorder is not recognized or is left untreated, your child can develop behavioral problems and have difficulty learning, socializing, and adjusting to new life experiences. Dr. Amy Dressel is a pediatrician at Glacier Pediatrics in Juneau AK. She specializes in behavioral health and can talk to you about your child’s anxiety and how to manage it.


Common Childhood Anxiety Disorders

The following anxiety disorders are the ones seen most often in children. Parents who think their child may be suffering from one of these disorders should consult a Juneau behavioral health specialist.

  • Panic disorder: The most common sign of this type of anxiety disorder is recurrent panic attacks. A panic attack is the sudden onset of intense feelings of fear without any apparent threat or danger. A child with panic disorder may exhibit anxiety in certain situations or before certain activities.

  • Separation Anxiety Disorder: Children with this form of anxiety disorder display age-inappropriate fear of being away from family members or home. The child may be afraid of being alone or going to school.

  • Social Anxiety Disorder: This disorder causes a child unreasonable fear of social situations. In this instance, a child may show their anxiety by having a tantrum, crying, or being very clingy with parents.

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder: This type of anxiety disorder causes children to be anxious about aspects of their everyday routine. They worry about an unreasonable and irrational extent. They often have physical complaints such as stomach aches, headaches, and fatigue.


If you would like to find out more about childhood anxiety and you live in Juneau AK, call Dr. Amy Dressel, or Nurse Practitioners D. Kim Gardner or Lauren Hopson today at (907) 586-1542 to schedule an appointment. Our Juneau Behavior Health specialists are here for you.

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