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Children and Teens With Separation Anxiety Disorder Separation anxiety disorders affect children and adolescents who worry excessively when they are separated from their parents, caregivers or other important people. They may also worry that separation could have negative consequences, such as being lost or hurt. Psychotherapy and medication can be used to treat children with separation anxiety disorders. Therapy focuses on teaching children to approach feared situations gradually by providing reassurance and encouragement. Signs and symptoms While some anxiety over being away from loved ones is normal, separation anxiety disorder makes people much more intensely anxious than other people when it comes to separating from family members and primary caregiver figures. People suffering from this disorder are worried that their loved ones will suffer a tragic event when they are separated. This could mean getting lost or becoming sick. They may also be fearful of other circumstances that could make them separated from their loved ones, such as being kidnapped or having a an accident in a vehicle. The first signs of this anxiety disorder typically begins in the earliest years of life, however adults can develop it at any time. Adult separation anxiety is not thought to be caused by anything specific however it can be caused by life changes, depression, or PTSD. People with this condition may feel overly dependent on children or their romantic partners, and lack boundaries. Others may view them as being too clingy or demanding. This condition is characterized by excessive distress when one is cut off from their family, significant stress when away from home or at work, and recurrent dreams of separation. These symptoms can lead people to avoid travel or other activities that involve a physical separation from their families, like going to school. Children who suffer from this condition may have difficulty sleeping or suffer from a range of physical ailments like stomach pains or headaches, when they are worried about being left alone. A healthcare professional will inquire with you about your previous and current symptoms, or those of your child in order to determine if you suffer from separation anxiety. They will ask you about your family and other relationships, to see how you've been able to manage separation anxiety before. Treatment for this disorder includes talking therapy and, in some cases medication. Your therapist will teach you and your child ways to deal with their fears. They can assist you and your child learn to manage separations through a step by steps. The medicines can help calm the mind, relax the body and reduce your child's anxiety. Diagnosis Separation anxiety disorder causes individuals to feel intense distress if they are away from their home or close relatives. The symptoms of separation anxiety are more persistent than normal anxiety and fear. They can last for up to six months for adults and up to four weeks in children. They cause major disruptions to daily life as well as school and work. It can also impact the person's social life and ability to develop romantic relationships. To diagnose this disorder A mental health professional will talk to the patient and observe his or her behavior. The healthcare provider will want know when the symptoms started and what makes them more or less severe. A mental health professional will inquire about recent events and the history of trauma in relation to the age of the person. The doctor will also decide whether there is a medical condition that could cause similar symptoms. It could be a condition such as cancer or a neurological disorder like cerebral palsy or multiple sclerosis. Other causes include childhood family adversities such as mental illness in the family and domestic violence, substance abuse and child abuse and neglect. The diagnosis of separation anxiety disorder in adults is more difficult because there aren't any laboratory tests for the condition and it can share many symptoms with other fears. Separation anxiety disorder is more frequent among adults who have suffered a traumatic experience or significant loss. Some studies suggest that people who suffer from separation disorders in childhood may be more likely to develop anxiety and depression disorders later on in their lives. Separation anxiety disorder can be treated in various ways. People with separation anxiety disorder can overcome their fear through therapy, including cognitive behavioral treatment (CBT) or prescription medications like selective serotonin antagonists and antidepressants. People suffering from this disorder usually benefit from parent education and techniques to improve the quality of their relationship with their children. Treatment Separation anxiety disorder may be diagnosed when children's fear of strangers and clinginess continues throughout elementary school, is accompanied with physical symptoms and impedes daily functioning. In fact, according to the BetterHelp online therapy service, separation anxiety disorder is the most prevalent anxiety disorder seen in children that affects up to 4 percent of them with an age at onset of 7 years old. Your child's healthcare provider will conduct a thorough exam to identify any physical issues that could be causing anxiety. If no physical problems are discovered, your child's healthcare provider will refer them to a mental health professional who has expertise in anxiety disorders. This could be a psychologist or child psychiatrist. Psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy, is usually the first option of treatment for separation anxiety disorder. The therapy therapist will assist your child to learn how to manage their feelings to increase self-confidence, confidence, independence, and build resilience. The therapist will educate parents on how they can help their child with anxiety. Medication, including antidepressants like selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are often prescribed along with psychotherapy for separation anxiety disorder. The therapist will determine which treatment option is best for your child based on their individual needs. Children who suffer from extreme anxiety, for instance could benefit from a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure therapy. This involves gradually expose your child to situations that cause anxiety over time in a series of small steps until they feel comfortable. As children grow older their symptoms tend to decrease. Some adults may still suffer from symptoms of separation disorder in their adult life. This can make it difficult to maintain relationships or to pursue certain career goals, such as going back to college or moving for work. Adults with separation anxiety disorder have a high rate of co-occurring conditions like other types of anxiety disorders such as depression and phobias, post-traumatic stress disorder, and a variety of substance use disorders. Prevention Separation anxiety is common among many children. However, for some it can turn into an issue that is serious and can interfere with their lives and stops them from taking part in activities they like. Consult a mental health professional if your child's fear affects their daily routine. Separation anxiety disorder is a disorder in which children suffer from extreme anxiety when they are separated from their parents or other attachment figures. They are constantly worried about being kidnapped, or lost, or that an accident could result in the loss of those closest to them. They might have difficulty falling asleep at night or refuse to go to play dates, school or camp without their parents. The signs of separation anxiety in children must last for at least 4 weeks before a doctor can diagnose the problem. The healthcare provider can interview both the child and the parents separately to obtain the complete picture. They may also ask questions about anxiety disorders or life changes, such as family history or life events that may have triggered the separation anxiety. Treatment for separation anxiety is determined by the age of the child and the severity of the symptoms. Children express their anxiety by worrying about their attachment figures. For instance they might be worried that their parents could be in a car crash or attacked by a burglar. Separation anxiety in older children is usually denied by them. Children who suffer from separation anxiety are often treated using behavioral therapy. It involves teaching relaxation techniques to children and assisting them to recognize and control their anxiety. In some cases it is necessary to combine therapies, such as cognitive therapy, is utilized. It's important for adults to be consistent in their responses to children's separation anxiety. Kids need to know that their requests for parents to not leave aren't valid, and they will only improve if given clear, precise boundaries and a lot of support while they work to overcome their fears.