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Adversity is a natural part of life.At some point, we all face difficulties, such as family problems, serious illness, a personal crisis, or a painful loss. The way we handle stress has to do with both our genetic predispositions and our learned behaviors.  

 

Here are some symptoms to look for if your child or adolescent seems to be having behavioral or emotional problems, such as acting out, depression or anxiety:

 

• Unexplained fears
• Regression to earlier developmental levels
• Irritability or unusual emotionality
• Sleep difficulty or nightmares
• Inability to concentrate
• Drop in grades or other functioning
• Toileting or eating concerns
• Headaches or stomachaches
• Isolation from family activities
• Problems getting along with peers
• Drug or alcohol experimentation

 

There are an number of things parents do to Help Children with Stress.  You may also want to refer to more specific information about Anxiety, Depression, Learning Disabilities and ADD/ADHD.  

 

If you have done enough reading and tried a number of things but are still concerned, Dr. Messenger can help you both understand and provide helpful interventions for your child or adolescent.  Services include Intervention Consultation, Psychotherapy/Counseling and Full Evaluations.

 

 

 

Behavioral & Emotional Issues

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