Helping Little Ones Deal with Stress & Anxiety by Understanding the Limbic System

Did you know that a four-year-old can be stressed or fearful enough to cause themselves to have anxiety? The Limbic System is the part of our brain that deals with memory, arousal, and emotions. When children become four and five years old, they can become very emotional, fearful, and angry with no explanation. They start experiencing more extreme emotions that they may not understand and can be triggered randomly, like a brain trigger/fight or flight response. For example, a child who appears oppositional or aggressive may be reacting to anxiety that they can’t articulate. So how can we help our children overcome fear and anxiety? Lee Ann gives ideas in this episode for you and your loved ones to help your children overcome and deal with these emotions. Books that can help your child with anxiety: It Will Be Okay: Trusting God Through Fear and Change, by Lysa TerKeurst God I Know You’re There, by Bonnie Rickner Jensen What Do You Say to a Dragon? A Story About Facing Fear and Anxiety, by Lexi Young Peck Bible Verses Mentioned: Isaiah 41:10 Psalm 56:3 Timothy 1:7 Deuteronomy 31:6 Articles Referenced: “The Limbic Leap,” by Allana Robinson “How Anxiety Leads to Disruptive Behavior,” by Donald Owsley “Handling Stress,” by Kids Health Get a cup of coffee, take about ten minutes to recharge your batteries, and equip your mind so you can raise warriors for Christ that will stand firm in the face of evil! Occasionally, we will be giving away free books – so stay tuned! My team and I are here to serve you all for the glory of our Lord! Follow Us On: Facebook Join our Facebook community group! Instagram Pinterest