Many children outgrow their fears, but persisting worries may be a sign of an anxiety disorder. Psychologists weigh in on ...

Anxiety is on the rise among children and adolescents. Studies show that as many as one in eight children may experience significant anxiety. Knowledgeable observers offer a number of reasons.

For some children and their parents, however, it can be difficult to determine when fears are typical and when they are developing into more serious phobias or anxiety disorders. Fears are a ...

How do parents communicate anxiety to their child via body language and words? Psychologist Cosima Nimphy studied this question for her Ph.D. research. Experiments show that children of anxious ...

In times of chaos and uncertainty — whether it’s political turmoil, natural disasters, aircraft disasters, social upheaval — ...

Managing change is easier for some than it is for others. Dr. Eugene Beresin elaborates on how parents can help kids navigate ...

School anxiety is a common experience for children, especially during transitions like starting a new grade or school. While some anxiety is normal, excessive worry can significantly impact a ...

As Children’s Mental Health Week kicks off, Greenpeace has released guidance on having conversations with young people about ...

Children who have had a stroke may be at higher risk for developing anxiety, depression and related physical symptoms such as headaches and stomach aches than their peers.

Parents who hate maths have children who are worse at maths, a study suggests. Up to 30 per cent of people have severe 'maths anxiety', which can lead to sweaty palms, a racing heart, and even an ...