Early identification and support are crucial, as chronic anxiety can increase the risk of other mental health difficulties later in life. Our collection of articles and films will help you understand the signs of anxiety, distinguish normal developmental fears from anxiety disorders, and learn practical ways to support anxious children.
Anxiety in children: how to help
Anxiety
Fears and worries are a normal part of a child's development, but anxiety can become a concern when it significantly impacts a child's daily functioning and well-being.
Video: 10. Coping with anxiety
Actor David Harewood explains how to reduce your child’s unhelpful thoughts and behaviours when they’re anxious to limit their worry.
Published: 20th May 2020
Updated: 19th Mar 2026
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Updated: 19th Mar 2026
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Video: Feeling unsure about therapy? Here's what you need to know
Most of our films are made for parents and school staff. This one is different. Created by the UK Trauma Council, it speaks directly to young people who…
Published: 7th Dec 2022
Updated: 12th Mar 2026
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Updated: 12th Mar 2026
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Video: Helping pupils settle after holidays and transitions
Alis Rocca talks about how schools can support children who are struggling with anxiety or their mental health
Video: Anxious pupils: tips for teachers
Dr Sian Williams delivers tips for teachers dealing with anxious pupils: how to reassure them and create a calming environment.
Video: How to help your child sleep
This film sees Dr Sian Williams give parents and carers with a child who is struggling to sleep.
Video: Self Harm in Children
This film sees Dr Sian Williams give parents and carers who discover that their child is self-harming advice and tips to help them feel empowered, and…
Article: Breathing techniques for anxiety in children
Discover easy breathing techniques that help children reduce anxiety, calm their bodies and regain focus. Learn belly breathing, bubble breathing, finger…
Published: 12th Nov 2020
Updated: 2nd Mar 2026
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Updated: 2nd Mar 2026
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Article: A father’s experience with school bullying
Teacher and educationist, Alis Rocca looks at the impact of school bullying on children and young people and shares insights from our conversations with…
Video: Bullying at School
Are you a teacher or educator looking for practical strategies to prevent, spot, and respond to bullying in schools? In this video, we share expert guidance…
Factsheet: How to support a child who is being bullied - Tips for parents
Bullying can have a big impact on a child’s mental health, and might be in the form of physical violence, humiliation, verbal abuse, or leaving someone…
Published: 29th Apr 2026
Updated: 29th Apr 2026
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Updated: 29th Apr 2026
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Article: Understanding Bullying
If everyone is educated to spot and understand what bullying is and to feel clear about the different ways to get help that are available, bullying is…
Published: 5th Feb 2026
Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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Article: How bullying affects childrens long-term mental health
It's no secret that bullying can affect mental health in children. But did you know that the effect of bullying can lead to long-term conditions such as…
Published: 19th Jun 2020
Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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Article: Signs a Child is Being Bullied
Recognising the signs of bullying early is crucial for protecting your child's wellbeing, or a pupil in your classroom.
Published: 28th Jan 2026
Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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Updated: 5th Feb 2026
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Video: Responding to School Anxiety for Teachers
In this film, Education Consultant Alis Rocca explains what we mean by the term and what teachers, schools and education professionals can do to support…
Video: School Phobia or EBSA: Tips for Parents
We explore what school phobia and Emotionally-Based School Avoidance really mean and how to recognise why it may be happening.
Article: What is Emotionally Based School Avoidance
The current levels of absences suggest that school is a challenging environment for many children; rather than focusing on attendance for its own sake,…
Published: 1st Jan 2024
Updated: 27th Jan 2026
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Updated: 27th Jan 2026
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Factsheet: School Phobia and what to do
Emotionally based school avoidance, or EBSA, is a term which is often used to describe children who struggle to go to school because of their anxiety.
Published: 16th Jun 2021
Updated: 18th Jan 2026
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Updated: 18th Jan 2026
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Article: Signs of a panic attack
If you’re not familiar with the signs of a panic attack, it may seem as though it has come from nowhere, without warning.
Published: 1st Dec 2020
Updated: 18th Jan 2026
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Updated: 18th Jan 2026
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Article: Sunday Anxiety
Anxiety can look and feel different for each child, particularly if they have a pre-existing mental health or neurodevelopmental condition.
Published: 26th Nov 2022
Updated: 18th Jan 2026
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Updated: 18th Jan 2026
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Video: Anxiety in Children
This film explains more about the different kinds of anxiety disorders, how to recognise them and how to help a child who has one.
Article: Helping young people manage stress
By providing young people with the tools to manage their stress, we can encourage them to take action themselves before they reach the point of feeling…
Published: 31st Oct 2022
Updated: 17th Jan 2026
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Updated: 17th Jan 2026
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Video: Depressive Symptoms: Tips for Teachers
Children who have been exposed to a bereavement, parental divorce or separation, moving house and neighbourhood, family ill health, parental mental illness…
Video: Managing Anxiety around School
Some children are struggling with going to school, especially after a period of holiday time. Dr Jess Richardson gives tips on how parents can help if…
Video: How to recognise symptoms of anxiety in children
It is normal for young children to have worries but if these worries become intense and begin to impact their daily lives, it may be that they have an…
Published: 24th Sep 2018
Updated: 26th Dec 2025
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Updated: 26th Dec 2025
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