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Teaching Son to Ride Bike
- Tracy Dennis-Tiwary tried teaching her son to ride a bike but he kept expressing fear despite success.
- She initially responded by telling him to ignore his fear and be brave, reflecting her own anxiety about his future.
Anxiety Is an Emotion
- Anxiety is an emotion with a function, not a disorder itself.
- Anxiety disorders arise only when coping leads to impairments like relationship or work problems.
Support Kids Facing Anxiety
- Instead of accommodating children’s anxiety, encourage them to gradually face anxiety-provoking situations.
- This approach can reduce anxiety symptoms as effectively as cognitive behavioral therapy.