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• Separation Anxiety in Children

  Separation anxiety is very common in childhood, especially when starting a new experience. Learn what symptoms to look for, causes and how to help.

• How to Help a Child with a Fear of Visiting Santa Claus

  Some children might be excited to sit on Santa's lap, but others might be afraid and that's perfectly normal. Here are some ways parents can look out for their kids this holiday season.

• Diabetes and Depression: What You Need to Know

  Our pediatric experts answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the connection between diabetes and depression in children to help parents support their child's mental health. 

• How to Help Your Child with Anxiety

  Children with an anxiety disorder are triggered disproportionally by routine activities. Learn how to help your child with anxiety to reach their full potential.

• A Guide to Understanding Anxiety in Toddlers

  Anxiety is an emotion that we learn to experience as early as infancy, but some toddlers are so anxious that it impedes their daily life. 

• Tips for Getting a Job for Teens with Social Anxiety

  Getting a job with social anxiety can be difficult because it requires a set of skills that build on past efforts in the social world.