Mary Magalotti- Anxiety In Children
Just like adults, children can experience anxiety. The Australian Government reported that in 2015, 6.9% of Australians aged 4-17 experienced an anxiety disorder. Therefore, if you believe that your child may be suffering from anxiety, it is essential to remember that you are not alone. Anxiety is an extremely prevalent mental illness, especially in children, and there is help out there.
Life Resolutions On The Symptoms Of Anxiety
Anxiety can manifest in different ways depending on the child, but some symptoms and behaviours to look out for include;
- An unwillingness to leave your side,
- A lack of desire to play with other children, or to even go outside,
- Watching their peers from the sideline, rather than joining in,
- Difficulty sleeping,
- Difficulties adjusting to changes in routine.
It is also crucial to remember that children are generally unable to vocalise what they are experiencing, so it is imperative to pay attention to their behaviours and recognise these signs for them. When left unchecked, anxiety in children can lead to the development of other mental illnesses and cause them difficulties enjoying their childhood and developing to their fullest potential.
Mary Magalotti On Mental Health Services For Children
Mary Magalotti is passionate about offering high-quality mental health services to children. Having positive mental health is imperative to getting them through childhood and preparing them to become well-functioning and happy adults.
Mary Magalotti and Jodie Brenton, the CEO and Director of Life Resolutions , shared the same vision of making mental healthcare more accessible for all Australians, irrespective of location, background, age or financial status. Mary understands that improving the accessibility of mental health services is vital in improving the overall psychological well-being of all Australians. This understanding reflects the core mission of Life Resolutions; To improve the emotional well-being of our society. This mission is based off the belief that every person has an inherent right to feel a sense of value and purpose in their lives.
Here at Life Resolutions, our psychologists, counsellors and therapists offer specialised treatment to help reduce any anxiety felt by children through our Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and, if absolutely necessary, prescribed medication. Treatment is also focussed on getting to the root of the problem and advising the family with the best course of action.
Contact Mary Magalotti Life Resolutions Today
If you believe that your child is dealing with anxiety, do not hesitate to contact the Life Resolutions team to organise an appointment.
For more about the work we do at Life Resolutions and the journeys of our CEO and Founder, Jodie Brenton and our principal psychologist, Mary Magalotti, contact the team here. Or, feel free to explore their websites here: Jodie Brenton and Mary Magalotti.