As the first day of school approaches, many children feel nervous about going back to class. For little ones starting preschool for the first time, the transition to school can seem even more daunting ...

Traveling with kids is downright stressful for parents, but young ones who experience flight anxiety can add another layer of dread for mom and dad — not to mention other passengers. Travel anxiety ...

Anxiety disorders are often associated with adults dealing with stress, but anxiety also affects children. In fact, according to the National Library of Medicine, around 7.1 percent of children ...

"I don't want to go to school!" It's an age-old complaint from children, but a growing body of research suggests that resistance to starting the day can signal a deeper problem: school anxiety. This ...

Dr. Natasha Burgert, a pediatrician at Pediatric Associates in south Overland Park, has authored a new book as a part of the iconic "For Dummies" book series titled "Managing Childhood Anxiety For ...

New research on a group of Australian preschoolers suggests more than 40% are dealing with an anxiety disorder. The study, led by Monash University and published in the journal of Clinical Child ...

Some years ago, my family was hit by several sad events. Events that shook our foundation and burst the bubble of innocence, along with letting my children grow up with the belief that life lasts ...

Now, we are going to think about what your child’s goals for LUNA might be. First, take some time and think about the following questions: Is there anything your child is currently unable to do ...

Racing heart. Tightness in your shoulders. Knots in your stomach. Anxiety doesn’t just live in your thoughts. It can show up ...

Ever notice yourself micromanaging or “helping” when anxious? Discover why control feels soothing—and how it can quietly fuel ...

A new online system delivered through primary schools has been shown to be significantly more effective than standard school ...