The Worried Child: Recognizing Anxiety in Children and Helping Them Heal

Drawing on over 30 years of practice and on personal anxiety experiences that go back to his own childhood, Dr. Paul Foxman has written a clear, well-documented and deeply-felt book for adults who want to help. Part I discusses normal anxiety, anxiety disorders, and the personality of anxious children. Part II addresses the role of parents, schools, and society in contributing to children’s anxiety. Additional chapters discuss the impact of terrorism and war, and the media. Part III gives sources of help: psychotherapy, medication, and alternative and complementary therapies.

Do you want to know…
* how anxiety manifests itself at different ages
* how to increase bonding and security to reduce children’s anxiety
* how to communicate effectively and discipline children without creating anxiety
* how to manage the impact of TV and movies, the internet and video games
* the best ways to discuss drugs, alcohol and sexuality with your children
* how to manage your own anxiety while helping your child?
* when and how to get professional help?

This book has the answers to your questions. Throughout, there are concrete suggestions and guidance for parents. An appendix provides ideas for teachers and school administrators, and a special chapter for young people discusses how they can help themselves.