Childhood Perfectionism & Anxiety Childhood perfectionism is often driven by anxiety not personality Around 9.4% of children have diagnosed anxiety (CDC), and 1 in 5 Canadian youth experience mental health challenges Perfectionism may look like avoidance,...
At a Glance: Students can lower test anxiety by practicing spaced study, active recall, and timed mock tests—plus fast calm-down skills like box breathing and progressive muscle relaxation. Parents can help by setting steady routines, validating feelings, modeling...
It often starts with a stomachache or tears at the door. Maybe your child clings a little tighter or suddenly dreads getting ready in the morning. As a psychologist who has worked with countless children and families, I’ve seen these moments unfold in many...
Navigating Social Anxiety in College: Steps Toward Success College is a time of opportunity, growth, and independence. However, for students with social anxiety, it can feel like an uphill battle. Social anxiety—a persistent fear of being judged or...
Managing test anxiety can feel overwhelming, but you’re already on the right path. Building on proven strategies you may already know, we’re adding a few more techniques to help you refine your approach and achieve exam success. By tackling anxiety from...
Student mental health is becoming increasingly pressing for many parents and school districts, given growing concerns about students’ emotional well-being. For instance, one study found that 39% of Ontario high school students reported a moderate-to-severe level of...
Every child or teen has days when they grumble about going to school. Some may even ask to stay home occasionally for a break. But school refusal due to anxiety isn’t about disliking school or having the occasional day where they want to stay home. Instead, school can...
Anxiety and defiance in children can often be interconnected. Adults often expect anxious children to be shy, cautious, clingy, or worried. But anxiety can look differently depending on the child, fears, and situation. For instance, some children with anxiety display...
