Navigating teenage anxiety can feel like a puzzle, each day trying to piece together a different aspect of your child’s struggle. For many parents, the topic of medicating this anxiety provokes a variety of emotions, from apprehension to hope. With the prevalence of anxiety disorders in teens at an all-time high, it’s crucial to address…
School’s unique social and educational pressures are enough to give adults lifelong anxieties. This unfortunate fact is even more true for current students, who must balance social life, education, and responsibilities at home. Teen anxiety in school wracks the brains of millions of students worldwide, including in Canada. Fortunately, help is available for struggling teens.…
About one in four teens suffer at least one anxiety attack. Some experience these crippling attacks on a more frequent basis, such as weekly or daily. These feelings and behaviours can cause problems in daily life and, left untreated, only worsen. Over time, teen anxiety affects school, work, earning ability, and even relationships. If anxiety…
What does a panic attack feel like? A panic attack can look and feel different for each individual who experiences it. Although there are some similarities in panic attacks, the severity and duration of the attack can differ from one situation to the next. Regardless of what type of panic attack your teen has, if…
High anxiety is a common problem among people of all ages, and teens are no exception. In fact, many teens juggle responsibilities at a young age that add to their anxiety. For instance, they manage grades, jobs, and after-school activities. Because of that, you might wonder how to help your teen with anxiety issues. Teen…
Anxiety in teens is on the rise. Be it academic deadlines, peer pressure, or even fears about the future in a pandemic-ridden world, teenagers these days struggle with a lot of anxiety and feel all alone in their path. Teens with anxiety become irritable, suffer mood swings, and may even develop sleeping problems and other…
Anxiety is prevalent in teens and can interfere with their overall health and happiness. Generalized anxiety and high-functioning anxiety can be pretty similar, although there are a few distinguishing characteristics. Recognizing the signs of anxiety in teens and knowing if your child is struggling with high-functioning anxiety can help you get the proper treatment for…