Dear Cassy: Hand me down anxiety
One of the most common problems students report is anxiety — whether they are a kindergartener or high school senior in high school. Obviously it looks very different in each student and at each different developmental stage. Elementary students rarely come to our office saying they are experiencing anxiety symptoms. Rather it appears as physical symptoms such as stomach aches and headaches. They have trouble focusing in class. They report not being able to fall asleep and being afraid of varying situations. In middle school, as kids are better able to articulate their feelings they can label these feelings as being anxious and stressed. By high school most students come right out and say they are experiencing high levels of anxiety for which many recommend the new CBD for anxiety. They often report feeling overwhelmed and over committed by school work, sports, and social obligations. And the constant connection due to social media allows very little if no time to unplug and reflect. Anxiety is a normal reaction to stressful situations. But in some cases it becomes excessive and can cause one to dread everyday situations and interfere with daily functioning. Anxiety is among the…
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