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The Anxiety Cure for Kids

by Elizabeth DuPont Spencer

Book Details

Publisher:John Wiley & Sons
Published:2003-09-10
Pages:242
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

A comforting, practical guide to helping your child deal with anxiety Fear, worry, stomach pains, self-doubt-- these are all classic symptoms of anxiety in children and teenagers. Anxiety affects both boys and girls, regardless of age, size, intelligence, or family specifics. And the only way your family can be free of anxiety is to confront it every time it appears. This book will show you how. The bestselling authors of The Anxiety Cure present a reassuring guide to help adults and children un

Our Review

This practical guide offers concrete strategies for helping young people navigate the overwhelming symptoms of anxiety, from persistent worry to physical discomfort like stomach aches. Drawing from clinical expertise, it provides a clear framework for families to understand how anxiety operates and why confronting fears directly—rather than avoiding them—leads to lasting relief. The approach is both reassuring and actionable, translating complex psychological concepts into everyday language that both parents and teens can apply immediately. It addresses the universal nature of anxious feelings, emphasizing that anxiety doesn't discriminate by age, gender, or background.

What sets this resource apart is its compassionate, team-oriented approach that positions the family as a supportive unit working together against anxiety. The techniques are designed to build resilience and coping skills in young people, empowering them to manage their symptoms independently over time. Teen readers struggling with self-doubt or social anxiety will find validation and practical tools they can use in real-time, while the family-focused framework ensures they don't have to face their challenges alone. The result is a transformative resource that replaces fear with understanding and helplessness with practical action.

Themes

Family & Relationships

Subjects

Family & Relationships