My 10yo DS is a sensitive little chap. He's never been a boisterous boy.
Recently though he's been suffering from anxiety. It's usually at bedtime and has become a real problem when he stays at his Dad's house (every fortnight). He's been going there every fortnight since he was 3.
We've started Skyping in the evening for half an hour at bedtime when he's there, which I think he appreciates, but last night as we were saying goodbye he had a panic attack.
I've had them myself, all my adult life. We breathed together for a bit and he got it under control, but it was horrible to watch. I've ordered a book about anxiety for children, because he's bright and logical, and I think he'll appreciate understanding the mechanics behind it.
But I wondered if anyone else who has been through anything similar had any insights or advice? It's horrible; I don't want this for him. It took me years to get my panic attacks under control, so anything I can do now to help him manage his anxiety would be great.
Many thanks.
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DS (10) very anxious - want to help.
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zzzzzzzzzzzz · 07/08/2016 09:46
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