by Jess | Aug 22, 2026 | Childrens Anxiety, OCD
My Child Needs Everything to Be “Just Right”: When Perfectionism Becomes Anxiety Many children want to do well. They may enjoy achieving, learning new things and feeling proud of their efforts. But for some children, the desire to do well can become overwhelming. You...
by Jess | Aug 20, 2026 | Childrens Anxiety, OCD
Why Do Changes in Routine Trigger Anxiety and OCD Symptoms in Children? For many children, routines provide comfort. Knowing what will happen next can help children feel safe, secure and confident. A predictable routine can answer important questions in a child’s...
by Jess | Aug 18, 2026 | OCD
As a parent, you know your child better than anyone. You notice the small things: The way they always want things done in a certain order The routines they follow before school or bedtime The questions they ask repeatedly The things they seem unable to move on from...
by Jess | Aug 9, 2026 | Childrens Anxiety, Teen Anxiety
The school holidays can be a wonderful opportunity for children and families to spend time together, relax and take a break from the demands of everyday life. However, as the end of the holidays approaches, some parents notice changes in their child’s emotions...
by Jess | Aug 7, 2026 | Childrens Anxiety
For many families, the end of the school holidays brings a mixture of excitement and uncertainty. Some children are eager to return, looking forward to seeing friends and getting back into familiar routines. Others may begin to feel worried, emotional or resistant as...
Recent Comments