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Children and Teens With Separation Anxiety Disorder Separation anxiety disorder affects adolescents and children who worry excessively when they are separated from their parents caregivers or other important people They might also be concerned that separation could have negative consequences such as getting hurt or lost Psychotherapy and medications can be used to treat children with separation anxiety disorder The child is taught to approach difficult situations slowly with confidence Symptoms While some anxiety about being separated from loved ones is normal separation anxiety disorder can cause people more anxious than other people when it comes to the separation from family members and primary caregiver figures People who suffer from this condition are worried that something bad will happen to their family member when they are separated like being lost or getting sick They might also be afraid of other situations that can separate them from their loved ones like being kidnapped or getting into a car accident The onset of this anxiety disorder typically occurs in the early years of childhood but adults can be affected at any age Adult separation anxiety is not known to be caused by any specific factor however it can be triggered by life changes or depression It can also be caused by PTSD People with this condition may be overly dependent on their children or romantic partners and have trouble establishing boundaries Others can view them as excessively clingy and demanding The symptoms of this condition include excessive distress when a person is cut off from their family severe distress when theyre away from work or home and frequent nightmares about separation These symptoms can cause people to avoid traveling or engaging in other activities that involve a physical separation from family members for example returning to school Children suffering from this condition could experience physical problems like stomach pains when they worry about being alone To diagnose this disorder the healthcare professional will inquire about your or your childs past and present symptoms They will also ask you about your family and other relationships to determine how you have faced separation anxiety in the past Treatment for this disorder can include talking therapy and in some cases medication Your therapist will teach you and your child how to manage their fears They can assist you and your child to understand how to handle separations in a stepby steps The medication can relax the brain and body as well as reduce your childs anxiety Diagnosis A person suffering from separation anxiety will experience extreme stress when apart from home or close attachment figures The symptoms of separation anxiety disorder can be more severe than normal anxiety and anxiety and They can last up to six months in adults and up to four weeks in children They can cause significant disruptions in the daily routine at school work and home It can also affect the social life of a person and their ability to establish romantic relationships A mental health professional will interview and observe the patients behavior to determine the cause of the disorder The healthcare provider will want determine when the symptoms began and what causes them to become more or less severe A mental health professional will inquire about recent events and the history of trauma dependent on the age of the patient The doctor will also decide whether there is a medical condition that could cause similar symptoms It could be a condition such as cancer or an underlying neurological disorder such as cerebral palsy or multiple sclerosis Other possible causes are childhood family adversities like parental mental illness substance misuse domestic violence child abuse and neglect and experiences with trauma like natural catastrophes and sexual assault war or the loss of a loved one It is a challenge to identify separation anxiety disorder in adults because there are no lab tests and the symptoms can be similar to the symptoms of other fears A person who develops separation anxiety disorder in adulthood usually experiences it after an event that was traumatic or a major loss There are studies that suggest that those who have been diagnosed with separation anxiety disorder as children are more likely to suffer from depression and anxiety disorders later in life There are a variety of treatment options available for those suffering from separation anxiety disorder There are disorders anxiety of treatment options available to those suffering from Treatment such as cognitive behavior therapy CBT as well as medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors as well as antidepressants can assist people to overcome the phobia People with this disorder often benefit from parent education and methods to improve their relationship with their children Treatment Separation anxiety disorder may be diagnosed when the childs fear of being around strangers and clinginess persists throughout elementary school and is manifested by physical symptoms and impedes daily functioning According to BetterHelp an online therapy service for children separation anxiety disorder is a problem that affects as many as 4 of children with a median age of 7 years old Your childs doctor will conduct an extensive exam to rule out physical issues that could cause anxiety If no physical problems are found then the healthcare provider for your child will refer them to an anxiety disorder specialist It could be a child psychiatrist or psychologist Psychotherapy also referred to as talk therapy is usually the first option of treatment for separation anxiety disorder The therapy therapist will assist your child to learn how to manage their feelings to increase selfconfidence confidence and independence as well as build resilience The therapist will educate parents on ways to aid their child suffering from anxiety Medication including antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors SSRIs is often prescribed in addition to psychotherapy for separation anxiety disorder The therapist will decide the best treatment option for your child based upon their particular needs Children with extreme anxiety for instance could benefit from a mix of cognitive behavioral therapy CBT as well as exposure therapy This is the process of gradually expose your child to situations that cause anxiety over time in a series of small steps until they become comfortable Most often children suffering from separation anxiety disorder improve as they grow older and their symptoms diminish There are some adults who suffer from symptoms of separation disorder in their adulthood It can be difficult to keep relationships going or to achieve certain career goals like returning to school or moving to work Adults who suffer from separation disorder are more likely to develop cooccurring disorders such as depression phobias and posttraumatic disorder Prevention For many children separation anxiety is a normal part of development But for others it can turn into a serious problem that interferes with their lives and stops them from engaging in activities they enjoy Consult a mental health professional if your childs anxiety is affecting their daily life Children suffering from separation anxiety suffer extreme stress when they are separated from their parents or other significant family members They are always worried about being snatched away missing or experiencing an accident that could lead to the loss of those closest to them They might also have a hard time falling asleep alone at night or they might refuse to go to school camp or play dates without their parents Doctors do not diagnose separation anxiety until the symptoms of a child last at least four weeks Most often the healthcare professional will interview the child and their parents in a separate interview to get an accurate picture of the situation They might also inquire about other anxiety disorders or family history as well as life changes that might have caused or made separation anxiety worse Treatment for anxiety disorder separation differs according to the age of the child and the severity of the symptoms Children who are younger usually express their anxiety through specific concerns about harm to their family members for example a fear that their parents will get in a car crash or be attacked by a burglar Separation anxiety in older children is usually denied by them Children with separation anxiety are usually treated with behavioral therapy It typically involves teaching children relaxation techniques and helping them learn to recognize and manage their anxieties In some instances the combination of treatments is employed such as medication and cognitive therapy Adults should be consistent in their responses to children experiencing anxiety over separation Children need to understand that their pleas to parents not to let them go are not valid They will only improve if they receive clear definite boundaries and help in overcoming their fears