Separation Anxiety Disorder

• Some characteristics of Separation Anxiety Disorder
• Are these characteristics normal at some childhood stages?
• How can parents distinguish normal fears from Separation Anxiety?
• Can this disorder be cured?
• For more information

Some characteristics of Separation Anxiety Disorder:

• Excessive worry or anxiety when separated from parents or caretakers.
• Fear of harm to child or significant other if separated.
• Reluctance to attend school.
• Fear of being alone with difficulty falling asleep or sleeping away from home.
• Nightmares.
• Physical complaints.

Are these characteristics normal at some childhood stages?

Children experience some of these symptoms throughout childhood. These are usually passing phases. They can be related to changes in the child's life that require a period of adjustment.

How can parents distinguish normal fears from Separation Anxiety?

If the fear is short in duration or in reaction to a recent change in the child's life, it is probably normal. If the fears are extreme, consistent, or recurrent, it can indicate a more complex disorder. It may require a trained professional to make the distinction.

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