Anxiety disorders in childhood

Carly Johnco, Quincy J. J. Wong, Ronald M. Rapee

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Abstract

![CDATA[Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health conditions affecting children. Childhood anxiety disorders often persist into adolescence and adulthood, and are associated with significant impairment in academic, social, and family functioning. This entry reviews the clinical presentation of childhood anxiety, epidemiology, and relevant risk factors for developing anxiety in children. It summarizes methods of assessing anxiety in children, along with the most effective treatment options.]]
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationThe Encyclopedia of Child and Adolescent Development
EditorsStephen Hupp, Jeremy D. Jewell
Place of PublicationU.K.
PublisherJohn Wiley & Sons
Pages1-13
Number of pages13
ISBN (Electronic)9781119171492
ISBN (Print)9781119161899
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2019

Keywords

  • anxiety in children

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