Mental HEALTH Break With Dr. Nafisa Sekandari

Supporting Children With Anxiety with Ira Hays

October 17, 2023 Dr. Nafisa Sekandari with Ira Hays Season 2 Episode 58
Supporting Children With Anxiety with Ira Hays
Mental HEALTH Break With Dr. Nafisa Sekandari
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Mental HEALTH Break With Dr. Nafisa Sekandari
Supporting Children With Anxiety with Ira Hays
Oct 17, 2023 Season 2 Episode 58
Dr. Nafisa Sekandari with Ira Hays

Anxiety can manifest differently in children compared to adults due to various factors such as cognitive development, communication abilities, and coping mechanisms. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for identifying and addressing anxiety in children effectively.

Children might not have the vocabulary or cognitive ability to articulate their feelings accurately. They might express their anxiety through physical symptoms, avoidance behaviors, or changes in mood or behavior, such as irritability, clinginess, or excessive crying. Adults, on the other hand, can often verbalize their feelings more explicitly.

Children may also not be able to identify the specific causes of their anxiety, whereas adults might have a better understanding of the triggers. 

Children might lack the coping skills that adults have developed over time. They might resort to behaviors like thumb-sucking, bed-wetting, or temper tantrums.

Mr. Ira Hays is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a distinguished career in mental health and education, specializing in anxiety disorders, including school phobia and OCD. With a focus on anxiety disorder treatment, including CBT, DBT, KPMT, and ERP, Mr. Hays uses an empathetic approach and evidence-based interventions to empower his clients to conquer challenges and lead fulfilling lives. His commitment to improving mental health is evident in his diverse roles and dedication to transforming lives. To learn more about Ira, visit transforminganxiety.com/58

Follow Dr. Sekandari on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_nafisa_sekandari
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.sekandari
Join private FB Group Transforming Anxiety: https://www.facebook.com/groups/transforminganxiety
Watch Video Recording on Youtube

To learn more about the upcoming Mental Health Reset Conference 2024 visit  https://www.transforminganxiety.com/attend

Follow Dr. Sekandari on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_nafisa_sekandari
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.sekandari
Watch Video Recording on Youtube

To learn more about the FREE live weekly training "3 Steps To Calming Your Brain and Becoming More Efficient" visit https://www.transforminganxiety.com/calm-register

Show Notes

Anxiety can manifest differently in children compared to adults due to various factors such as cognitive development, communication abilities, and coping mechanisms. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for identifying and addressing anxiety in children effectively.

Children might not have the vocabulary or cognitive ability to articulate their feelings accurately. They might express their anxiety through physical symptoms, avoidance behaviors, or changes in mood or behavior, such as irritability, clinginess, or excessive crying. Adults, on the other hand, can often verbalize their feelings more explicitly.

Children may also not be able to identify the specific causes of their anxiety, whereas adults might have a better understanding of the triggers. 

Children might lack the coping skills that adults have developed over time. They might resort to behaviors like thumb-sucking, bed-wetting, or temper tantrums.

Mr. Ira Hays is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a distinguished career in mental health and education, specializing in anxiety disorders, including school phobia and OCD. With a focus on anxiety disorder treatment, including CBT, DBT, KPMT, and ERP, Mr. Hays uses an empathetic approach and evidence-based interventions to empower his clients to conquer challenges and lead fulfilling lives. His commitment to improving mental health is evident in his diverse roles and dedication to transforming lives. To learn more about Ira, visit transforminganxiety.com/58

Follow Dr. Sekandari on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_nafisa_sekandari
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.sekandari
Join private FB Group Transforming Anxiety: https://www.facebook.com/groups/transforminganxiety
Watch Video Recording on Youtube

To learn more about the upcoming Mental Health Reset Conference 2024 visit  https://www.transforminganxiety.com/attend

Follow Dr. Sekandari on:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_nafisa_sekandari
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.sekandari
Watch Video Recording on Youtube

To learn more about the FREE live weekly training "3 Steps To Calming Your Brain and Becoming More Efficient" visit https://www.transforminganxiety.com/calm-register