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Children and Teens With Separation Anxiety Disorder Children and adolescents with separation anxiety disorder worry excessively about being away from their caregivers parents or other significant people in their lives They might also be worried about the possible negative effects of separation like being lost or getting hurt Psychotherapy and medication can be used to treat children suffering from separation anxiety disorders Therapy focuses on teaching children to manage fearful situations gradually with encouragement and support Symptoms Separation anxiety disorder is more intense than normal anxiety in relation to being separated from family members and primary caregivers People suffering from this disorder are worried that their family member could suffer a tragic event when they are separated This could mean getting lost or falling ill They may also fear other situations that can separate them from their loved ones like being kidnapped or getting into a car accident The onset of this disorder typically occurs in the earliest years of life however adults can be affected at any age Its unclear what causes adult separation anxiety however it could be triggered by major life changes or prior mental health issues like depression or PTSD People who suffer from this disorder may feel too dependent on their children or their romantic partners and display a lack of boundaries Some may view them as being too demanding and clingy The signs of this disorder include extreme stress when someone is separated from their family significant distress when theyre away from work or home and recurrent nightmares involving separation These symptoms can cause people to avoid travel or other activities that require the physical separation of their families for example going to school Children suffering from this condition could have physical issues such as stomach pains when they are worried about being alone A healthcare professional will ask you about your previous and current symptoms or those of your child in order to diagnose separation anxiety They will also inquire about your family and other relationships to determine how youve dealt with separation anxiety in the past Talk therapy and in certain instances medication are used to treat this disorder Your therapist will teach you and your child how to deal with their fears They can help you and your child to learn to manage separations through a step by step process Medicines can help to relax the brain and relax the body which can ease the anxiety of your child Diagnosis A person suffering from separation anxiety will feel extreme distress when apart from family members or close friends The symptoms of separation anxiety disorder are more persistent than normal anxiety and anxiety and They can last up to six months for adults and up to four weeks in children They cause major disruptions in daily life school and work The condition can also cause problems with the ability of a person to form romantic relationships and socialize To determine the cause of this disorder a mental health professional will talk to the patient and observe his or her behavior The provider will want to be aware of the time when symptoms began and what causes them to become worse or better A mental health professional will ask about recent events and the history of trauma depending on the age of the person The doctor will also attempt to determine whether the phobia is a result of another medical condition that can cause similar symptoms for example an illness such as cancer or a neurological disorder such as cerebral palsy or multiple sclerosis Other possible causes include familial adversities in childhood like parental mental illness substance misuse or domestic violence child abuse and neglect and exposure to traumatizing events such as natural catastrophes and sexual assault war or the death of a loved one It is difficult to diagnose separation anxiety disorder among adults because there are no lab tests and the symptoms may be similar to other phobias Separation anxiety disorder is more frequent for adults who have had a traumatic experience or significant loss There are studies that suggest that those who have been diagnosed with separation anxiety disorder in childhood are more likely to be suffering from depression and anxiety disorders in adulthood A variety of treatment options are available for people with separation anxiety disorder There are many treatment options available for people suffering from Therapy such as cognitive behavior therapy CBT as well as medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors as well as antidepressants can help people overcome their fears Parents who suffer from this disorder can benefit from methods and training to strengthen their relationship with their child Treatment While many children go through a phase that makes them terrified of strangers and clingy when this anxiety persists through elementary school and beyond and is manifested as physical symptoms and causes problems with daily activities it may be an indication of separation anxiety disorder According to the BetterHelp online therapy service that separation anxiety disorder is the most frequent anxiety disorder diagnosed in kids affecting up to 4 of them with an onset age of 7 years old The doctor who treats your child will conduct an exhaustive exam to rule out physical ailments that could be causing anxiety If no physical ailments are found the healthcare professional for your child will refer them to an anxiety disorder specialist This could be a child psychiatrist or psychologist Psychotherapy also referred to as talk therapy is typically the first course of treatment for separation anxiety disorder The therapist will assist your child to help them learn healthy ways to manage their feelings increasing selfconfidence and independence and developing resilience The therapist will also educate parents on ways to help their child with anxiety Separation anxiety disorder is usually treated with medication including antidepressants such as selective serotoninin receptor inhibitors SSRIs The therapist will decide the best treatment option for your child based on their specific needs For instance children suffering from severe anxiety may benefit from a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy CBT and exposure therapy This is the process of gradually expose your child to situations that trigger anxiety over time in a series of small steps until they are comfortable As children grow older their symptoms tend to decrease However some adults may continue to have symptoms of separation anxiety throughout their adult lives It can be challenging to keep relationships going or to achieve certain career goals such as returning to college or going to work Adults suffering from separation anxiety disorder are more likely to suffer from cooccurring conditions like other anxiety disorders such as depression and phobias posttraumatic stress disorder and a variety of addiction disorders The following is a list of preventions For many kids separation anxiety is an expected part of developing For others anxiety over separation is a serious problem that can affect their lives and prevents participation in the activities they enjoy Talk to a mental health professional if your childs anxiety is affecting their daily routine Children with separation anxiety disorder suffer extreme anxiety when they are separated from their parents or other major relationships They are constantly worried about being snatched away missing or having an accident that will result in the loss of people who are close to them generalized anxiety disorder might have difficulty falling asleep at night or refusing to go to school play dates or camp without their parents A childs separation anxiety symptoms must last at least four weeks before a doctor will diagnose the condition The healthcare provider may interview both the child and the parents separately to get the full picture They may also ask questions about other anxiety disorders or changes in the life like family history or life events that might cause separation anxiety Treatment for separation anxiety is dependent on the age of the child and the severity of the symptoms Children express their anxiety through worrying about their attachment figures For instance they might worry that their parents are involved in a car accident or attacked by a burglar By panic anxiety disorder older children with separation anxiety often deny they have any anxiety about leaving home Children who have anxiety about separation are often treated using behavioral therapy It typically involves teaching children relaxation techniques and teaching them to recognize and manage their fears In some cases a combination of therapies is used including medication and cognitive therapy Adults should be consistent with their responses to children experiencing separation anxiety Kids need to know that their pleas to parents to stay home are not valid and theyll only improve if given clear firm boundaries and a lot of support while they work to overcome their fears