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2 Year Son Shy Around others..should I Worry?
Oct 21, 2009 ... My husband and I are naturally reserved people - I in particular have struggled with shyness and social anxiety and I have gotten past most ...
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- He's only two. I too was shy. Only wanted to be around my mother. Eventually was alright around other children but truly didn't come out of my shell as it were until I...
- Sounds like you love and care a lot about your llittle guy, and that is what I think matters most. As long as he has support and caring from those closest to him I thi...
- Hi R. My 5 1/2 year old is also shy, but he has come a long way since age 2. He rarely played with other kids or talked to them, and clung to me at playgroups, etc. ...
11 Month Old Constant Crying!!!
When he turned 8 months old, he started having seperation anxiety and it's lasted ... My kids are very social now, and do not have a problem leaving me! ...
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- I only have one child and he is now 11 months old. He is also experiencing separation anxiety and teething at the same time. He is now working on his fourth tooth. ...
- T., I do agree with the other moms, but I also think maybe because you are home all the time with him could be a problem...It is great that you are able to do that, b...
- My first thought was whether he might be teething. It COULD be frustration. One thing I did with my last couple babies was study sign language. It is amazing h...
Seeking Info
If she communicates appropriately at home, you may want to have her see a psychologist or social worker to help reduce her anxiety. Also, if preschool is ...
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- A. - People Magazine did a big story on kids with SM a few months back. It was very interesting and I believe there were some "help" sites printed for more info. ...
- I think I know how you must be feeling. My son did not speak for months in preschool last year. The teachers agreed that he fit the description of selective mutism t...
- SM- My great niece had this in preschool She's in Kindergarten and she doing great, as for speaking. Her focus is the next step. VERY bright child.. late ta...
Anyone with Depression and Anxiety?
Hello, I have to deal with depression and anxiety also. It seems that sometimes when something stressful happens ..... social anxiety · the great depression ...
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- Hi A., I have a question for you. If you had diabities, would you take insulin for it? If you had cancer, would you recieve chemo to get rid of it? If you had hig...
- A., Bipolar is an illness and it needs to be treated. You will never be able to control it completely, just like a diabetic may never be able to always control their b...
- A., Try a walk everyday. Exercise helps release endorphins in your system and picks you up. I think you need some alone time. Caring for that many little ones can ...
Help with My Daughter's Anxiety...
Obviously she is struggling with anxiety issues and helping to get to the ... You are lucky if she is still very social. Do you think she is telling you the ...
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- Have you considered homeschooling her for a year or two until she learns to deal with her anxiety a little better? I understand homeschooling can be a huge commitment ...
- Hi K., First off, you need to relax and give off a sense of what is bothering her is not really that bad. If you get worked up about it she will sense it and feed i...
- call your ped and ask them about giving her valerian root. its a supplement you can get at gnc or even meijer. its used for anxiety and sleeping issues.
Shy 6 Year Old Having Trouble at Summer Camp
Your child seems to be showing signs of beginning stages of social anxiety. write to Dr. Katharine Leslie, CFLE at ____@____.com. See what she recommends. ...
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- Hi C., I have experienced this with both of my daughters - the separation is difficult, but you know they have had a good time because they are happy when you pick ...
- Get him there early. If possible let him be the first or second child there so the counsler can get him engaged BEFORE the chaos begins. Good luck.
- Hi, C., I haven't had direct experience with my daughter with this, but I've known lots of parents who have. Not all kids are ready for the energy and craziness of sum...
2 Year Old Very Withdrawn with Other Kids
On the other hand, severe social anxiety can sometimes be the sign of a larger problem. I would talk to her pediatrician about her behavior and see if ...
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- My daughter was the same way...only with adults and children! She wouldn't talk to anyone else or play with the other kids. Then, one day, she just snapped out of it. ...
- She may just be more comfortable being an observer right now when she's around kids she doesn't know. That doesn't mean that she will always be that way. kids bloom ...
- Since you are a shy person too, think about how YOU would like to be helped to feel more comfortable in her situation. Would she rather be introduced to new people onl...
My 7-Year Old Son Too Shy to Ask Questions and Join Group Activities in School
Oct 28, 2009 ... I thought her social anxiety was never going to get better. I really thought she would become a "shut in" until last week. ...
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- My son has always been cautious and quiet too. In pre-school it got a little better. In Kindergarten it got a little better and this year it seems a little better. ...
- It could just be that your son is very shy! But, if you feel maybe he needs a little help talk to the school counselor - she may be able to work with him a little - if...
- I can relate to what you're going through. My son is younger but it's been really hard for him. I have the same personality so I can relate in some ways but in other...
12 Year Old Boy with No Friends
That is a hallmark of SM, which is under the umbrella of Social Anxiety/Social Phobia. Please go to http://www.selectivemutism.org/ and see what you think. ...
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- Have you tried role playing? Acting out situations when he might wish to respond but become "tongue-tied" or unable to think of an appropriate response?
- he is probably scare of loosing friend by speaking incorrect.
- Oh my gosh, I just saw this on a documentary on t.v. It's a selective muteism kind of thing. It affects children of many ages, as early as 3 and 4 and on up. It tak...
How to Build Social Skills in My ADHD Son
I have tried to teach him basic social skills but I can't be with him all the .... You may also want to have his doctor do a simple anxiety checklist at his ...
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- Hi T., I would suggest inviting a friend or two over from his class so the boys can get to know each other in a smaller group. If he knows the boys outside of school...
- I am a teacher and I have a suggestion if your son fits any of the following criteria: Does he take things very literally? Does he tend to overeat sometimes till he t...
- It's funny - we think that if kids don't invite our kids over to play it's because they are not well-liked. Actually, in this culture people don't really reach out to ...
