- Shy or anxious child?
Most shy children do not have social anxiety disorder. Here is how to tell the difference, the signs that mean it's time to get help, and what helps early.
- Selective mutism
Selective mutism is an anxiety problem, not stubbornness. Most children with it also have social anxiety. Here is what it is and what helps.
- School refusal
When anxiety keeps a child or teen home from school, a gradual, planned return with the school usually works better than waiting until they feel ready.
- Therapy for children and teens
CBT helps about half of anxious children recover. Here is what therapy for children and teens involves, how parents fit in, and where medication and VR stand.
- How parents can help
Support brave steps instead of helping your child avoid. Practical ways to help an anxious child at home, with what the research shows about accommodation.
- Teens and social media
Does social media cause social anxiety in teenagers? The evidence is mixed. Here is what studies show and practical ways to talk with your teen about phones.