What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Children? (GAD)  

Children with generalized anxiety disorder may experience physical symptoms of anxiety like headaches or stomachaches. When a child is diagnosed with G.A.D, there are treatment options that can help them manage their symptoms. Cognitive behavioral therapy for generalized anxiety disorder because it helps children develop coping strategies to manage their anxiety. 

Regular exercise, therapy, mindful activities, breathing techniques and good sleep hygiene can contribute to reducing symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder. It is very important that parents are supportive and understanding.  If you are concerned for your child, always contact your healthcare provider. 

Resources For Parents 

Anxiety Canada   What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Children? | Anxiety Canada

Canadian Mental Health Association    Children, Youth and Anxiety - CMHA National

Mental Health Foundation    The Anxious Child | Mental Health Foundation

Child Mind Institute  Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Kids: A Quick Guide

University Rochester Medical Center   urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content 

Stanford Medicine Children's Health   Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) in Children and Teens - Stanford Medicine Children's Health

Raising Children   Generalized anxiety in children | Raising Children Network

DISCLAIMER: I have learned a lot over the years but I am still learning. Always do your own research and exercise sound judgment. I am not an occupational therapist or a physician. I am an adult who has sensory processing disorder, a sensory parent and a Grandma. The information on this website is not medical advice and does not replace the information that your child's therapists or medical professionals give you. These are just ideas that I have learned myself over the years of being a parent and an adult living with SPD. If you are concerned for your child, please always seek medical attention through a family doctor, pediatrician or therapist. This website is for awareness purposes only. Each child is different and what works for one child may not for another because all children have different sensory needs. Please always consult with a medical professional. Click on links throughout each page for more resources and information. Click here for more resources https://sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com/sensoryprocessingdisorderresources

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