Understanding Anxiety in Children

What is a normal part of growing up according to the video?

• Being fearless

• Avoiding challenges

• Feeling anxious

• Always being happy

What is the most common referral to child mental health services?

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Autism

• ADHD

Why might children not express their anxiety to teachers?

• They are unaware of their feelings

• They fear being criticized or humiliated

• They don't trust adults

• They think it's normal

What is a common behavior of anxious children?

• Being aggressive

• Being overly social

• Avoiding activities

• Sleeping in class

What should teachers do first when a child expresses anxiety?

• Ignore the child

• Solve the problem immediately

• Tell the child to stop worrying

• Accept the child's feelings

How can teachers encourage anxious children?

• By giving them more homework

• By encouraging them to try new things

• By ignoring their anxiety

• By forcing them to face their fears

What is a key skill teachers have that can help anxious children?

• Indifference

• Strictness

• Encouragement

• Discipline

Why is it important for teachers to talk to parents about a child's anxiety?

• To transfer responsibility

• To blame the parents

• To get the child in trouble

• To develop a joint strategy

What might teachers and parents achieve by working together?

• A more anxious child

• More homework for the child

• Improved strategies for managing anxiety

• Better academic results

Where can teachers find more resources on helping children with anxiety?

• Television

• Social media

• The Anna Freud Center website

• The local library