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Children and Teens With Separation Anxiety Disorder Children and adolescents who suffer from separation anxiety disorder have a tendency to worry about being away from their parents caregivers or other important people in their lives They might also be worried about the negative consequences of separation like getting lost or being hurt Children with separation anxiety disorders are treated through psychotherapy and medication Therapy includes teaching the child to approach feared situations gradually with reassurance and support Symptoms Separation anxiety disorder is more severe than normal anxiety in relation to being separated from family and primary caregivers People suffering from this disorder are worried that their family member could be the victim of a tragic event if they are separated This could mean getting lost or falling ill They might also be worried about other situations that could keep them from their loved ones for example being kidnapped or getting into a car accident This anxiety disorder can affect adults at any age Its not known what causes separation anxiety in adults but it can be caused by major life changes or by previous mental health issues like depression or PTSD The people who suffer from this disorder may feel too dependent on their children or their romantic partners and exhibit poor boundaries Others can view them as overly demanding and clingy This condition is characterized by excessive anxiety when a person is separated from their family significant stress when away from home or at work and frequent dreams of separation These symptoms can lead people to avoid traveling or other activities that require the physical separation of their families for example going to school Children who suffer from this condition may have difficulty sleeping or experience a variety of physical issues such as stomach pains or headaches in the event of anxiety about being on their own A healthcare provider will ask you about your current and past symptoms or the symptoms of your child to diagnose separation anxiety They will also ask you about your family and other relationships to see how you have overcome separation anxiety in the past Treatment for this disorder includes talk therapy and in certain cases medications Your therapist can teach you and your child ways to deal with their fears They can also guide you deal with situations that scare you in a stepbystep process that will help your child learn how to deal with separations and build their confidence Medications can help to calm the mind and relax the body which can ease your childs anxiety Diagnosis Separation anxiety disorder causes individuals to feel intense stress when they are away from their home or relatives Unlike normal fear and worry that many people experience the symptoms of this disorder are longlasting usually lasting for more than four weeks in children and up to six months or longer in adults and they create major disruptions to daily life and function at school and work The condition can also interfere with a persons ability establish romantic relationships and socialize A mental health professional will interview and examine the patients behavior to diagnose this disorder The provider will ask when symptoms started and what causes them to worsen or improve Depending on the persons age an expert in mental health will also inquire about any recent events that could have caused stress as well as any previous trauma history The provider will also try to determine if the phobia is due to another medical condition that could cause similar symptoms like an illness like cancer or a neurological condition like cerebral palsy or multiplesclerosis Other causes include family problems like parental mental illnesses or domestic violence abuse of substances and child abuse and neglect It is difficult to diagnose separation anxiety disorder among adults because there are no lab tests and the symptoms may be similar to those of other fears Someone who develops separation anxiety disorder in their adulthood typically does so after experiencing trauma or a significant loss Certain studies suggest that those who have been diagnosed with separation anxiety disorder in their childhood are more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression in adulthood There are a variety of treatment options available for people with separation anxiety disorder There are many treatment options available for people suffering from Individuals suffering from separation anxiety can overcome their phobia through therapy like a cognitive behavioral therapy CBT or medication like selective serotonin receptor antagonists and antidepressants Parents suffering from this disorder can benefit from methods and education to improve their relationship with their child Treatment Separation anxiety disorder is diagnosed when the childs fear of being around strangers and clinginess persists throughout the elementary school years and is associated with physical symptoms and impedes daily activities According to BetterHelp an online therapy service for children the disorder of separation anxiety can affect up to 4 of children and has an average age of 7 years The healthcare provider for your child will conduct a thorough exam to determine if there are any physical issues that could be causing anxiety If no physical problems are discovered your childs healthcare provider will refer them to a mental health professional who has experience in treating anxiety disorders For children it will likely be a psychiatrist or child psychologist Psychotherapy also known as talk therapy is often the first option for treating separation anxiety disorder The therapist will assist your child to help them learn healthy ways of managing their emotions building selfconfidence and independence and building resilience The therapist will also educate parents on ways to help their child with anxiety Treatment such as antidepressants like selective serotoninreuptake inhibitors SSRIs is often prescribed along with psychotherapy for separation anxiety disorder Based on the specific needs of your childs requirements their therapy therapist will determine which options are appropriate for their specific needs Children who suffer from severe anxiety for example could benefit from a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy CBT and exposure therapy This means gradually expose your child to situations that trigger anxiety over time in a series of small steps until they become comfortable As children grow older their symptoms tend to decrease However some adults might continue to have symptoms of separation anxiety throughout their adult lives This makes it difficult for them to maintain relationships or pursue certain career goals like going back to college or moving for work Adults who suffer from separation anxiety have a high rate of cooccurring disorders including other anxiety disorders depression phobias and posttraumatic stress disorder and a range of substance use disorders The following is a list of preventions For many children separation anxiety is an expected part of developing For others it can become an issue that causes problems with their lives and prevents them from participating in activities they enjoy Speak to a mental healthcare professional if your childs anxiety affects their daily routine Children suffering from separation anxiety suffer extreme stress when they are separated from their parents or other important attachment figures They have persistent fears about being abducted lost or experiencing an accident that could result in the loss of people who are close to them They may struggle to fall asleep at night or refuse to go to school play dates or camp without parents A childs separation anxiety symptoms must last at least four weeks before a physician can determine the cause Most often the healthcare professional will interview the child and their parents in a separate interview to get a full picture of the situation They may inquire about any other anxiety disorders family history and changes in life that may have caused or made the separation anxiety more severe Treatment for anxiety disorder separation varies depending on the childs age and the severity of the symptoms Children express anxiety by worrying about their attachment figures For instance they might worry that their parents might be in a car crash or be attacked by burglars Separation anxiety in older children is usually denied by them Children who have anxiety about separation are often treated with behavioral therapy It involves teaching relaxation techniques to children and helping them understand and manage their anxiety In some cases it is necessary to combine treatments is employed including medication and cognitive therapy Adults should be consistent with their responses to children experiencing anxiety over separation Children must be taught that their requests for parents not to leave arent valid and they will only get better if theyre given clear precise boundaries and support as they work to overcome their fears