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Fear of the dark keeps many children (and their parents) awake at night. Here's why it happens and what you ca...
Read articleMany children are frightened of dogs — sometimes severely. Here's why it happens, and how to help your child g...
Read articleA child having panic attacks at school needs both immediate support and a longer-term plan. Here's how to unde...
Read articleSchool refusal driven by anxiety is one of the most distressing and misunderstood challenges parents face. Her...
Read articleThunder, fireworks, sirens, sudden bangs — many children are frightened by loud noises. Here's why, and what p...
Read articleMonster fears are one of the most common childhood experiences. Here's how to take your child's fear seriously...
Read articleNight-time anxiety is exhausting for everyone. Here's what drives anxiety after dark and what parents can do t...
Read articleGeneral anxiety disorder in children looks different from normal worry. Here's how to recognise it, respond to...
Read articleDoctor visits trigger anxiety for many children. With the right preparation and the right words, you can make ...
Read articleFear of the dark is one of the most common childhood fears — and one of the most misunderstood. Here's how to ...
Read articleBedtime anxiety is one of the most common — and most exhausting — challenges parents face. Here's what drives ...
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