Childhood anxiety can manifest in various types or forms, including:
Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Characterised by excessive and persistent worry about a wide range of everyday activities or situations.
Separation Anxiety Disorder: Involves excessive fear or distress when separated from a primary caregiver or loved one.
Social Anxiety Disorder: Involves intense fear or discomfort in social situations, often leading to avoidance or distress.
Specific Phobias: Involves excessive fear and avoidance of specific objects, situations, or experiences, such as animals, heights, or the dark.
Panic Disorder: Involves recurrent panic attacks, which are sudden and intense episodes of fear or discomfort accompanied by physical symptoms.
Selective Mutism: Involves consistent failure to speak in specific social situations despite the ability to speak in other situations.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Involves recurrent unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) to reduce anxiety.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Involves anxiety and distress following exposure to a traumatic event, such as a natural disaster or violence.
It's important to note that anxiety can also present as a combination of these types, and each child's experience may vary. Seeking professional help from a qualified mental health professional is recommended for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
