What to Do When You’re Scared and Worried
September 28, 2009 by admin
Filed under Anxiety in Children
From a fear of spiders to panic attacks, kids have worries and fears, just like adults. But while adults have access to a lot of helpful information, that hasn’t been true for kids—until now. Drawing on his years of experience helping children deal with anxiety, Dr. James Crist has written a book that kids can turn to when they need advice, reassurance, and ideas. He starts by telling young readers that all kids are scared and worried sometimes; they’re not alone. He explains where fears and worries come from and how the mind and body work together to make fears worse or better. He describes various kinds of fears and suggests ten Fear Chasers and Worry Erasers kids can try to feel safer, stronger, and calmer. The second part of the book focuses on phobias, separation anxiety, OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder), and other problems too big for kids to handle on their own, and explains what it’s like to get counseling. Includes a special Note to Grown-ups and a! list of resources.more info
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Christina L. Morrison on Thu, 3rd Sep 2009 1:22 pm
Wonderful conversation starter
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This book was wonderful and a tool I’ll use with my 9-year old son again! It was a conversation-starter because I was able to learn things that made my son anxious about that I wasn’t even aware of and he felt less isolated because I completed the activities with him and was able to show him that everyone fears some things.
My son really enjoyed reading it and it was a great bonding opportunity.
C. Carshult on Fri, 11th Sep 2009 4:42 am
Scared and Worried
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is a good book for children that need explanations of why they may be scared. It is an interactive book.
h. mackenzie on Sun, 13th Sep 2009 4:33 pm
Very Helpful
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This book has been very helpful. We have been working through the exercises as a family and my kids seem to really enjoy it. It has helped my kids identify their fears and understand how to manage their anxiety better. This is a very user friendly book.
A. Castaneda on Sun, 13th Sep 2009 8:11 pm
Great Book
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I am very happy with this book. I use it to help me with my son. I would recommend this book for parents that know that their child(ren) might or do have fears or anxiety.
Kelly S on Mon, 14th Sep 2009 3:49 am
very good book!
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I read this book before my daughter and thought it was very well written. It did keep her attention, which is very rare for a book. It’s not a fix all, but it does give some good ideas.
Kendra on Mon, 14th Sep 2009 10:09 pm
Perfect!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a great book for anyone working with children. I lays out everything you need to address anxieties and it lables the anxieties for what they are – I love that. Includes forms, activities, and little stories that children can relate too. This is an excellent guide to get you going when working with children. Would also be useful for parents to read to increase their understanding of the disorders.
bonniecarrine on Mon, 21st Sep 2009 3:55 pm
One of the best self-help books for children ever written
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
As a child and family therapist, I am constantly searching for books to use with the children that I work with. I am usually disappointed with most books that address problems of childhood, because they either treat the subjects too lightly and offer no real solutions for children who have already used the obvious ideas, or are far too complex for the average child to relate to. This book is wonderful. Not only is it written in extremely child-friendly terms, it is comprehensive and gives many good-quality, proven techniques for dealing with fear and anxiety.
Topics includes: what kids are typically scared or worried about, where fears come from, how the body and mind work together to make fears better or worse, “fear chasers and worry erasers” (coping skills), written exercises, and a chapter on more intense fears including phobias, separations anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. The book finishes off with a chapter that answers children’s questions about what to expect from counseling, should they need extra help overcoming their fears. A note to parents is included, which offers additional information on how to support children with their fears.
I highly recommend this book, and wish that the author would write many more books like this one!!
Pamela M. Clausen on Tue, 22nd Sep 2009 7:58 am
Great Therapy Tool
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have used What to Do When You’re Scared & Worried with children in therapy. Most children are relieved to know that this is a common issue; in fact so common there is a book about it. Knowing other children have found solutions is reassuring for children. Appropriate for school, home, and clinical environments.
Mom of anxious child on Thu, 24th Sep 2009 8:14 pm
A MUST HAVE if you know anyone suffering from anxiety
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a completely thorough, easy to read book that will give you an understanding of what your anxious child is going through and how you can help. It explains exactly what anxiety is and what your child is going through. It also explains how to set goals to help your child through this very difficult time. No matter what type and severity of your child’s anxiety, this is a must have book. My 8-year-old has a specific phobia (I didn’t realize until I was reading this book) and we are currently working to help her deal with it. I have never reviewed a book but I feel so strongly that anyone who has a child with anxiety issues or knows someone who does, to GET THIS BOOK.
L. Culley on Tue, 29th Sep 2009 4:30 am
Easy to read and understand
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This book has been a wonderful resource for my anxious child (and for me). He is able to turn to this book full of strategies and real life examples independently to not only reassure him he is not different or alone but also give him insight and control of the anxiety producing situations around him and his reactions to them. I highly recommend this book.
L. Westgate on Wed, 30th Sep 2009 2:58 am
A HUGE door opener
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This book was recommended by Amazon upon buying another book. I as SO glad I bought it. My 11 year old son never discussed his feelings……..in fact I don’t think he even knew what they were. We worked on this book and he was able to discuss fears and anxiety. This has been a great breakthrough for him and myself. I recommend this book to anyone with kids!!!!
Hopsvox on Wed, 30th Sep 2009 8:54 am
alone child
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I got this book for my 8 year old son. When I first gave it to him, he read the first 3 chapters straight, only stopping to run in to tell me excerpts and exclaim: “This is exactly the same things I’m worried about. It’s like they’re writing about me!” Then he’d excitedly run off to read more. That alone made it worth it: so he knows that he’s not alone and someone somewhere understands and that I am making an effort to help him. Also, I am a single parent, and he is an only child, whose father shows no interest. It breaks your heart to see your child full of anxiety -this is a worthwhile investment, as is anything that helps navigate rough waters. My gratitutde to the author.
L. Young on Thu, 8th Oct 2009 7:00 am
children’s books
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
What to Do When You’re Scared and Worried: A Guide for Kids My son, and I read 1 section every night. We take turns reading a page. We stop and discuss what the book recommends. For example some children do not know what they are scared or worried about. The book recommends that you photocopy the checklist. Each day you check what you are scared or worried about. This allowed my son to realize how much of his time he worries about getting an “A” on his homework. The book allows the child to reflect on their behavior, and why this behavior is making them worried. The book then suggest ways for the child to deal with their fears, and how to overcome them. My 10 year old son like’s to read this book, and finds it helpful.
Holly Kallay on Fri, 9th Oct 2009 11:30 am
A MUST HAVE FOR CHILDREN WHO HAVE FEARS.
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have read this book with my two boys ages 8 and 10. We all have anxiety in different degrees and I am trying to help them to learn to cope and move forward. I cannot recommend this book enough to loved ones and parents who have children with fears or worries that are causing problems in their daily functioning. I have read many books on this subject and never found one as good as this for children and even for adults to use. I would not think twice about buying this book if anyone in your home struggles with fears. Bravo for finally writing a book on this subject that children can use. Childhood is where we need to begin to help in this area.