Anxiety Disorders

It is normal for adolescents to develop some fears during the course of their development. Over time, normal fears fade as children learn more about what to expect from their environment and relationships with others. When their fears do not fade and begin to interfere with the child or adolescent's daily life and activities, an anxiety disorder may be present.
 
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health problems that occur in children and adolescents. As many as 13 percent of children between the ages of 9 and 17 years old are reported to have an anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders can be effectively treated with various forms of psychotherapy and medications.
 
There are many different anxiety disorders that affect adolescents that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
 
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder
 
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
 
Phobias
 
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

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