Let's face it, we all struggle with anxiety from time to time, but did you know that the rates of anxiety among kiddos is higher than it has been in years?? Mel peels back the layers of the current pediatric mental health crisis and provides insights from recent studies about the current trends of this sobering topic. We certainly have our work cut out for us, but Miranda shares some tips to help kids deal with some of those anxious feelings, so you can feel more equipped when your child experiences these emotions. Put some lavender oil in that diffuser, take some deep breaths, and let's get started!! #mentalhealth #anxiety #pediatricmentalhealth #parenthood #motherhood
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Sources:
Mel-
https://www.apa.org/monitor/2023/01/trends-improving-youth-mental-health
https://www.webmd.com/children/news/20230315/pediatric-mental-health
Miranda-
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/parenting-translator/202310/how-to-help-your-anxious-child
https://childmind.org/article/what-to-do-and-not-do-when-children-are-anxious/
https://www.verywellfamily.com/strategies-to-help-an-anxious-child-4177327
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