Video: Breathing Techniques for children

Please note – some images and content may be upsetting or disturbing. This film is not intended to be watched by children.

Anxiety disorders are one of the most common mental health problems identified in children. Estimates of the rates of prevalence vary greatly from 8% to 27% lifetime prevalence by age 18.

These breathing techniques for anxiety in children are easy to master, quick to perform and powerful in their impact. Whether you’re a teacher, parent or carer of a child with anxiety or any other mental health condition, these simple tips can help calm and console any child within minutes.

Kids Breathing Techniques

Headteacher and Educational Consultant Alis Rocca discuss breathing techniques for children.

Breathing exercises can help children manage emotions and improve focus. Alis Rocca gives us some tips on easy breathing techniques to calm a racing mind or to slow down anxiety; they’re easy to do and can quickly bring a child’s emotions back into control.

Duration: 0h 2m 4

Warning: Please note – some images and content may be upsetting or disturbing. This film is not intended to be watched by children.

Read the transcript of the film: Transcript of Kids Breathing Techniques

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