• What is the most common anxiety disorder in children?

My son is 9 years old. I think he has anxiety. What is the most common anxiety disorder in children?

6 Answers

  • Adolescent Psychiatrist
  • Columbia, MD

There are numerous forms of anxiety disorders - separation anxiety, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, Panic Disorders, Phobia and a combination of the above.

  • Psychologist | Counseling
  • Greeley, Colorado

Social anxiety order would be in crowds or going to school, generalized anxiety order is worry on a regular basis so it depends on his symptoms With way they are treated the same.

Sara Cole LPC CACIII NCC

  • Adolescent Psychiatrist
  • Miami, FL

Generalized anxiety disorder.

  • Adolescent Psychiatrist
  • Woodlawn, MD

The most common mental health disorder in children under the age of 12 is anxiety. Anxiety disorders seen in children include: Separation Anxiety Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Social Anxiety/Phobia.

  • Adolescent Psychiatrist | Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Tampa, Fl

Have him evaluated by a counselor or therapist. It depends on the age of the patient, fears, changes, etc.

  • Psychologist
  • Fort Myers, Florida

See this link for some understanding of your question:
https://www.disorders.org/anxiety/childhood-anxiety-disorder/common-anxiety-symptoms-in-kids/

Also, look at:
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/6248-anxiety-disorders-in-children--adolescents

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