Understanding Anxiety in Children & Teens

Is one of your family members in Mansfield, TX, batting with childhood anxiety? Dr. Julie Tomberlin and her team of pediatric providers can assess your child's symptoms and help match you with the right resources for their treatment. Read more to understand anxiety in children, and contact us today to help your child.

Anxiety

Anyone can get nervous or anxious over certain situations, but if you notice anxious patterns in your child it could be a sign of a real anxiety disorder. Symptoms of a panic attack are specific to an individual but can include a racing heart, lightheadedness or dizziness, and sweating.

Signs Of Anxiety In Children and Teens

Anxiety is a pretty common occurrence for many adults with stressful lives and schedules, but don't forget that kids and adolescents experience anxiety and fear, too! Some signs of anxiety to look out for are:

• Intense worry over socializing or going to school
• Intense anxiety when separated from parents or family
• Extreme fear towards certain objects (like clowns or dolls)
• Extreme fear in certain situations
• Fears bad things will happen to them or family members
• Fear of the future

When our children's little minds are consumed with worries and fears they experience elongated periods of distress that are taxing on the body. Children with anxiety often complain of poor sleep and fatigue, as well as stomach issues and a decreased appetite.

How Can I Help My Child?

Bring your child in for a comprehensive assessment for help with their mental health. Anxiety often cooccurs with depression, so contact us if your child is also experiencing feelings of extreme sadness or hopelessness to get help with depression and childhood anxiety in Mansfield, TX.

If your child is diagnosed with anxiety or panic disorder we can match you with the right mental health resources. Talk therapy helps them relieve stress and learn coping mechanisms. Depending on the child's age and the severity of their case, your doctor may recommend medication that can help ease anxiety.

Get Help Now

Dr. Julie Tomberlin and her staff are here for you when your family needs an expert in childhood anxiety in Mansfield TX. Contact us for an appointment at (682) 518-8111.