Anxiety: anxiety disorders are the most common type of mental health disorder in children<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Anxiety\nis a normal and common part of childhood. In most cases, anxiety in children is\ntemporary, and may be triggered by a specific stressful event e.g. young child\nmay experience separation anxiety when starting school. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In\nsome cases, anxiety in children can be persistent and intense, interfering with\na child\u2019s daily routines and activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Anxiety\ndisorders include phobias, general anxiety, panic or persistent unexplained\nphysical symptoms, e.g. headache or stomach-ache. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Attachment\ndisorders may also present with anxiety symptoms which may include refusal to\npartake in daily activities, such as school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Parents, carers, and other trusted adults play a key role in helping children and young people manage anxiety. They help their child feel safe, support them to understand their emotions, and model calm ways of coping. They can also provide emotional containment by staying regulated and supportive when feelings become overwhelming. By showing calm confidence, encouraging small and manageable steps toward challenges, and gently reducing avoidance, adults can help build their child\u2019s confidence and resilience over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This leaflet brings together a range of trusted self\u2011help resources to help parents and carers understand anxiety and learn practical ways to support their child:\u00a0Resources-for-Parents-and-Carers-Anxiety-and-Worry.pdf<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n The leaflet is also available in\u00a0Ukrainian, Romanian, Polish, Cantonese, Urdu, and Arabic<\/strong>. Translated versions can be found on the\u00a0Lothian CAMHS online resources webpage:\u00a0https:\/\/services.nhslothian.scot\/camhs\/online-resources\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The full range of resources can also be viewed via\u00a0CAMHS Anxiety Online Resources: Parents and Carers \u2013 RefHelp<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Children who show persistent or severe symptoms of anxiety, which interferes with daily function, should be referred to CAMHS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Specialist services should be involved:<\/p>\n\n\n\n CAMHS will not accept referrals for school truancy only and referrers should consult with education in the first instance. Schools and education departments have their own protocol\/resources (e.g. inclusion support workers, educational psychologists and behavioural support services) which will need to be exhausted prior to referral.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Where a child is experiencing severe physical symptoms, initial referral to a paediatrician is recommended<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n For children who do not meet the criteria for CAMHS you may wish to direct them to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Locality based mental health information\/resources<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Healthy reading scheme<\/strong>, available in some Lothian libraries. https:\/\/www.health-opportunities.org.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n info@health-opportunities.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Cross reach Counselling Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Edinburgh 0131 552 8901<\/p>\n\n\n\n East Lothian 01368865218<\/p>\n\n\n\n MYPAS <\/strong>(Midlothian young people\u2019s advice service includes counselling and family counselling services) West Lothian:<\/strong> The Mental Health and Mental Wellbeing Screening group offers a wide variety of support for children young people and their families. Please contact the Children and Young Peoples team on Tel. 01506 282948 or email cypt@westlothian.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Resources for Parents and Carers – Anxiety and Worry PIL<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n CAMHS Resource-Websites for Children and Adolescent with MH difficulties May 2019.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The above is a PDF document listing resources and contacts that can be printed off<\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/www.rcpsych.ac.uk\/healthadvice\/parentsandyoungpeople\/youngpeople.aspx<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Parents & Young People coping with stress for young-people<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/www.rcpsych.ac.uk\/mental-health\/parents-and-young-people\/young-people\/worries-and-anxieties<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/www.anxietybc.com\/anxiety-PDF-documents<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Helpful websites for young people:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n www.moodjuice.scot.nhs.uk\/anxiety<\/a>www.youngminds.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n www.anxietybc.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Helpful websites for parents:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n www.handsonscotland.co.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n https:\/\/www.anxietybc.com\/anxiety-PDF-documents<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Problem Anxiety: anxiety disorders are the most common type of mental health disorder in children Description Anxiety is a normal and common part of childhood. 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Referral Pathway<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Health Opportunities Team<\/strong>
Health Opportunities Team – Edinburgh based charity supporting young people aged 12-25 to improve their physical, sexual and emotional health and wellbeing. Trauma informed work includes, therapeutic 1:1, ‘Feel Good’ groups, weekly drop-ins, 1:1 and group work with young people affected by their own or parental substance use, RSHP education and group work in Schools.
1a Queens Walk
EH16 4EA
Tel 0131 468 4600<\/p>\n\n\n\n
0131 454 0757<\/p>\n\n\n\n