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Child Behavior (Expert Forum)
anxiety /fear
Answered by
Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D. - Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, Family Therapy, Crisis Intervention
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
This forum is for questions and support regarding child behavior issues such: Child Discipline (behavior management), Normal Child Development, Parent-Child Communications, Social Development
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D., Jan 19, 2001 12:00AM
, Jan 19, 2001 12:00AM
Dear Tish,
Such a reaction immediately after an occurrence such as an earthquake is entirely normal. If all was well before the event, your son should gradually return to his pre-event status. If, after a month or so, that does not occur, seek some professional intervention. But for now, be supportive and patient. Insist, of course, that he attend school - do not allow him to avoid his normal routines and activities.
Such a reaction immediately after an occurrence such as an earthquake is entirely normal. If all was well before the event, your son should gradually return to his pre-event status. If, after a month or so, that does not occur, seek some professional intervention. But for now, be supportive and patient. Insist, of course, that he attend school - do not allow him to avoid his normal routines and activities.
I appreciate any feedback
Tish
p.s I have already seeked counseling. We should begin course Friday.