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Children and Teens With Separation Anxiety Disorder Separation anxiety disorder is a problem that affects adolescents and children who worry excessively when they are separated from their caregivers parents or other important people They might also worry about a possible negative outcome of separation such as getting lost or being hurt Psychotherapy and medications can be used to treat children with separation anxiety disorder The child is taught to handle the fearful situations slowly and with reassurance Signs and symptoms Separation anxiety disorder is more severe than normal anxiety in relation to being separated from family and primary caregivers People with this condition are worried that something tragic will happen to their family member if they are separated like being lost or getting sick panic anxiety disorder might also be worried about other situations that could keep them from their loved ones like being kidnapped or being involved in a car accident The onset of this anxiety disorder typically occurs in the earliest years of life however adults can be affected at any time Adult separation anxiety is not thought to be caused by a specific cause but it may be caused by life changes depression or PTSD The people who suffer from this condition may be overly dependent on their children or romantic partners and have trouble establishing boundaries Others may see them as excessively clingy and demanding The symptoms of this condition include a high level of distress when someone is separated from their family severe anxiety when they are away from work or home and frequent nightmares of separation These symptoms can make people avoid traveling or other activities that require physical separation from family members such as returning to school Children with this condition may have trouble sleeping or suffer from a range of physical problems such as stomach pains or headaches in the event of anxiety about being on their own To diagnose this disorder the healthcare professional will inquire about your or your childs past and current symptoms They will also inquire about your family and other relationships to determine how you have faced separation anxiety in the past Talk therapy and in certain instances medications are used to treat this condition Your therapist will show you and your children how to deal with the fear They can assist you and your child learn how to deal with separations in a step by steps Medications can help to calm the mind and relax the body which can ease the anxiety of your child Diagnosis Separation anxiety disorder causes individuals to feel intense anxiety when they are away from their home or close attachment figures In contrast to the normal anxiety and fear that many people suffer from these symptoms disorder are persistent often lasting for more than four weeks for children and up to six months for adults They can cause significant disruption to daily activities and performance at school and work The condition can also cause problems with the ability of a person to form romantic relationships and socialize A mental health professional will interview and examine the patients behavior to determine the cause of the disorder The doctor will want to be aware of the time when symptoms began and what makes them worse or better A mental health professional will ask about recent events and history of trauma dependent on the age of the patient The doctor will also try to determine whether the phobia is due to another medical condition that may cause similar symptoms for example an illness such as cancer or a neurological disorder such as multiple sclerosis or cerebral palsy Other causes are family adversities such as mental illness in the family and domestic violence abuse of substances and neglect and abuse of children It is a challenge to identify separation anxiety disorder among adults because there arent any lab tests and the symptoms could be similar to other phobias Someone who suffers from separation anxiety disorder in adulthood usually does so after experiencing a traumatic event or significant loss There are studies that suggest that those who were diagnosed with separation anxiety disorder in their childhood are more likely to suffer from depression and anxiety disorders later in life Separation anxiety disorder can be treated in many ways People with separation anxiety disorder can overcome their phobia through therapy like a cognitive behavioral therapy CBT or medication such as selective serotonin receptor antagonists and antidepressants People with this disorder often benefit from parental education and techniques to improve the quality of their relationship with their children Treatment Separation anxiety disorder may be diagnosed when the childs fear of being around strangers and clinginess is persistent throughout the elementary school years and is accompanied with physical symptoms and affects daily activities According to the BetterHelp online therapy service separation anxiety disorder is the most frequent anxiety disorder that is diagnosed in children with up to 4 percent of them with an age at onset of about 7 years Your childs healthcare professional will perform a thorough exam to rule out any physical problems that could be causing anxiety If no physical problems are discovered the doctor who treats your child will refer them to a mental health professional with experience in anxiety disorders This could be a child psychiatrist or psychologist Psychotherapy also called talk therapy is usually the first option for treating separation anxiety disorder The therapy therapist will assist your child to learn how to manage their feelings increase selfconfidence and independence as well as build resilience The therapist will educate parents on how they can aid their child suffering from anxiety Separation anxiety disorder is usually treated by medication for example antidepressants such as selective serotoninin receptor inhibitors SSRIs The therapist will decide which treatment option is best for your child based on their specific needs For example children with severe anxiety might benefit from a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy CBT and exposure therapy This is when your child is exposed to situations that cause anxiety gradually over time in small steps until they are comfortable with them Often children with separation anxiety disorder improve as they grow older and their symptoms will decrease However some adults might continue to have symptoms of separation anxiety disorder throughout their adult lives It can be challenging for them maintain relationships or to pursue certain career goals such as returning to college or moving to work Adults suffering from separation disorder are more likely to suffer from cooccurring disorders like depression phobias and posttraumatic disorder Prevention For many children who are anxious about separation it is an expected part of developing For others anxiety over separation can be a major issue that affects their lives and hinders their participation in activities they enjoy If your childs worries are disrupting their routine talk to a mental health professional disorders anxiety suffering from separation anxiety disorder suffer extreme anxiety when they are separated from their parents or other important attachment figures They are constantly worried about being lost kidnapped or having an accident that will result in the loss of loved ones to them They may be having a difficult time sleeping on their own at night or refusing to go to camp school or play dates with their parents The symptoms of separation anxiety in children should last for at least four weeks before a physician can diagnose the problem Most often the healthcare professional will interview the child and their parents separately to obtain an entire picture of the situation They might also inquire about anxiety disorders that are not related to separation anxiety or family history as well as changes in life that may have caused or made the separation anxiety more severe Treatment for anxiety disorder separation varies by the childs age and the severity of the symptoms Children younger than 5 years old tend to express their anxiety through specific concerns about harm to their attachment figures such as being worried that their parents might be hurt in a car accident or be attacked by a burglar Separation anxiety in older children is frequently denied by them Children who have anxiety about separation are often treated using behavioral therapy It involves teaching relaxation techniques to children and helping them recognize and control their anxiety In some instances it is necessary to combine therapies including cognitive therapy is utilized Its crucial for adults to be consistent in their responses to childrens anxiety about separation Children must be taught that their pleas for parents not to leave are not valid and theyll only improve if theyre given clear firm boundaries and a lot of support while they work to overcome their fears