Have you ever wondered why children need a hug when they are upset? Physical touch is very soothing for many, but there is chemistry behind the power of the hug. Hugs actually lower blood pressure. They also release oxytocin, or the hormone that makes you…
Anxiety is very common—in fact, according to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders affect 40 million U.S. adults every year. Yet many people don’t have a strong understanding of anxiety and may not realize that it can take many forms. Here…
What Does Separation Anxiety Look Like in Children & Adults? When people talk about separation anxiety, they are often talking about children being anxious to leave their caregivers. But the truth is both children and adults can experience separation anxiety. Separation anxiety that starts in…
Everyone worries. As adults, we worry about a lot of things. Our children are not any different just because they’re young. They worry, too, and that’s normal. As they grow and learn, those worries will fade away, just like they did for us when we…