Anxiety exists in all people and at any age. Anxiety is a natural and even necessary emotion that protects us from dangers and harmful actions. But sometimes, anxiety in children limits their behaviour and relationships, the child avoids doing some activities, or extreme fear. Therefore, it is very necessary to diagnose and treat anxiety in all children, especially children diagnosed with ASD and ADHD. In this blog, I fully discuss the anxiety of children with ADHD and ASD and ways to control it.

Growing up in an insecure household, where love is scarce and emotions go unacknowledged, profoundly impacts a child's mental well-being. To navigate these challenging conditions and cultivate resilience, children frequently adopt four defence mechanisms offering short-term relief but carrying potential long-term implications: fostering optimistic future outlooks, internalizing justifications, self-blame, and normalizing negative behaviours. These mechanisms significantly influence a child's emotional equilibrium and social connections, often persisting into adulthood. Below, explore a comprehensive breakdown of these coping mechanisms and their detrimental effects.