13. Why does telling an anxious child to relax only make anxiety worse?
Overpowering Emotions: Tools for Child & Teen Anxiety and Resilience · Caroline Buzanko
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Show Notes
Today I talk about why TRYING to make an anxious child relax only makes their anxiety worse. While relaxation is important, the problem is when we focus on relaxation as the outcome. Find out why in today's episode.
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*IMPORTANT! Sometimes people have a hard time listening to this message. It's crucial to understand that a strong, securely attached relationship with adults is foundational for any strategies I discuss to be effective.
The strategies I discuss are designed to strengthen a child's emotional resilience within the context of a secure and supportive relationship.
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