
Can You Help Your Kid’s Anxiety By Changing Your Behavior?
Death, Sex & Money
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How to Be More Supportive of Your Child
Parents often fall into two traps when dealing with anxious children: being overly protective or demanding. Being overly protective may provide comfort but it doesn't instill confidence in the child. Being demanding doesn't acknowledge that anxiety is not a choice. Instead of these traps, it is more effective for parents to adopt a supportive stance. Accommodation is an important aspect to address in this context.
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