Is your child always anxious? Seek treatment with PTI of Baton Rouge

In order to limit the exposure and transmission of Covid-19, PTI will be exclusively doing tele-psychiatry (virtual) visits. You will still have your appointment, you will just have to do it with our Virtual Psych Network (VPN™). Contact us today to schedule your appointment.

Children with anxiety disorders often times worry about anything and everything. Anxiety can manifest itself in a variety of ways, and every child is different. If you think your child might suffer from an anxiety disorder, we are here help!

Children & Adolescents with an anxiety disorder often consider the “what if?”, and ask a variety of questions to try to predict the outcome of every scenario. They are very concerned about the details of every situation and will often times try to eavesdrop on conversations in order to have all the “facts”. Children who experience anxiety have an increased risk of developing depression as a teenager, and this can result in a higher risk of developing long-term depression as an adult. If you believe your child is suffering from anxiety, contact your pediatrician, and if necessary give PTI a call.

Common Symptoms of Childhood Anxiety Include:

Extreme and unrealistic fears about daily activities
“What If” concerns that stretch into the future
Excessive worrying about different situations
Physical symptoms such as headaches, stomach aches, inability to unwind
Difficulty sleeping or concentrating
Perfectionism
Disruptive at school
Overwhelming need to break out of an uncomfortable situation

“Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.”

~ Winston Churchill