Bästa Child Anxiety podcaster (2025)

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How do I tell if it's my child's anxiety or mine? 11:23

3d ago11:23

11:23

In this episode, we explore the dynamics of family functioning patterns and what the research has to say about how to intervene when families are struggling. If you're not sure if child anxiety is an issue for your family, I recommend you take my Parenting PItfalls Quiz. This will help you identify where you're struggling (and where you should star…

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PSP 401: Are We Inadvertently Contributing to Our Child’s Helplessness? 39:25

4d ago39:25

39:25

We all want our kids with anxiety or OCD to believe in themselves. We want them to try hard things. We want them to push through their fears. But we only have so much control on how motivated they are to do those things to help themselves. We do, however, have control over how we show up to our child’s battle with anxiety or OCD. When we over accom…

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PSP: 400: The Difference Between Reframing Anxiety Thoughts vs OCD Thoughts 39:43

11d ago39:43

39:43

How we reframe anxious thoughts vs OCD thoughts are vastly different. Understanding the nuances of how we talk to these two disorders differently is crucial for any parent trying to help their child. In this week’s AT Parenting Survival Podcast I explore the differences between anxiety and OCD and how we would coach our kids through anxious thought…

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What does healthy coping with child anxiety look like? 12:10

17d ago12:10

12:10

In today's episode I'm talking about what healthy coping really looks like—it’s not always pretty, but understanding this helps us prepare to keep going even when it's hard. Realistic expectations and an understanding that (to quote Jessica Baird), "Crying is coping" makes it so much easier to power through as we support our kids in overcoming thei…

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PSP: 399: Why the Core Fear Matters in Anxiety and OCD 44:36

18d ago44:36

44:36

Does it really matter if you understand the core fear related to your child’s anxiety or OCD. The short answer - yes. Of course we will treat anxiety with anxiety tools regardless of theme or core fear. And we will treat OCD as OCD regardless of theme or core fear. But understanding the core fear in anxiety or OCD is like the difference between usi…

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PSP: 398: Handling Your Child’s Anxiety, OCD and Christmas Break 39:08

25d ago39:08

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Just because it is the holiday season doesn’t mean our child’s anxiety and OCD take a break. The holidays can stir up a variety of issues for our kids depending on their particular anxiety and OCD themes. Down time can cause more anxious or intrusive thoughts. The whirlwind of parties, overstimulation and no routine can make emotions run high. It c…

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PSP: 397: Feelings of Failure When Our Child’s Anxiety or OCD Doesn’t Get better 33:01

1M ago33:01

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As parents we can be hard on ourselves. The parenting journey raising kids with anxiety and OCD can come with many ups and downs. Many of us blame ourselves when our child’s anxiety or OCD doesn’t get better. But the truth is you can do absolutely everything to help your child with anxiety or OCD and they still don’t improve. We are only one piece …

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How do I help my anxious child deal with worries about real life events? 15:10

1M ago15:10

15:10

In this episode we're discussing how to talk about real-life worries, the big worries that maybe are already keeping you up at note, too, like climate crisis, economic uncertainty, or natural disasters. It's hard to be a regular old adult when we're facing these kinds of anxieties let alone being a growing kid or teen who's just trying to get a han…

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PSP: 396: A New OCD Tool to Help Kids Practice Their Skills at Home 34:40

1M ago34:40

34:40

Often it is hard to get our kids into OCD therapy, and when we do, it can be an uphill battle to get them to practice those skills in between sessions. That is why I’m so excited to offer another tool to your at-home toolbox! In this week’s AT Parenting Survival Podcast I’m sharing with you my latest resource, the OCD Card Deck. We’ll explore how y…

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PSP: 395: How to Improve Sibling Relationships Despite Anxiety & OCD With Dr. Corinna Tucker 48:12

2M ago48:12

48:12

We all want our kids to have strong sibling relationships, but often anxiety and OCD can get in the way. Siblings might feel targeted by the child with anxiety or OCD. They might be on the receiving end of aggression or they might just feel sidelined by how much attention their sibling requires. Just like with anxiety and OCD, we have our role to p…

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How can I determine if my own anxiety is influencing my parenting of my anxious child? 8:50

2M ago8:50

8:50

(Sorry about the audio quality -- I'm having some issues with my editing software!) Welcome to The Child Anxiety FAQ podcast! Today's episode answers the question: "How can I determine if my own anxiety is influencing my parenting of my anxious child?" We'll talk about the ways in which parental anxiety can impact child anxiety, what the research h…

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PSP: 394: Can You Find Happiness While Your Child is Struggling with Anxiety or OCD? 54:21

2M ago54:21

54:21

Are you able to experience happiness while your child is struggling with anxiety or OCD? Do you feel guilty or tell yourself stories about your ability to be “happy” while your child is suffering? Many of us tell ourselves things like, “we can’t be happy if our child is struggling with anxiety or OCD.” But is that actually true? And more importantl…

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PSP: 393: Helping Autistic Kids Who have OCD with Jan Stewart 59:36

2M ago59:36

59:36

It can be hard enough to help a child with OCD, but what if they are autistic as well? It can be confusing to figure out where autistic traits end and OCD compulsions begin. It can also be a struggle to navigate two worlds that don’t always intersect. That is why I was thrilled to invite Jan Stewart to the AT Parenting Survival Podcast. Jan is a hi…

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How do I set limits for my anxious child without feeling guilty? 10:15

2M ago10:15

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In today's episode, we're diving into the topic of setting limits for your anxious child without succumbing to guilt. We talk about the complexities parents face, particularly those who are working to heal their own childhood wounds while supporting their children. We'll address why feelings of guilt are a natural part of parenting and how understa…

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PSP: 392: What Stories are You Telling Yourself About Your Child’s Anxiety or OCD? 53:41

2M ago53:41

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We may not have full control over our child’s recovery around anxiety or OCD, but we can control how we show up to their struggles. This can be tricky when our mind is bogged down with what-if scenarios. That is why it is so important to pay attention to the narratives we are spinning around our child’s anxiety or OCD and tap into what emotions are…

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PSP: 391: What to Do When Your Child Won’t Get Needed Mental Health Treatment with Alec Pollard 1:05:38

2M ago1:05:38

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The number one struggle I hear from parents is, “My child won’t accept help for their anxiety or OCD.” What are we supposed to do when anxiety or OCD has hijacked the house and everyone who inhabits it? Dr. Alec Pollard has dedicated his career and research to this very question. He is the co-developer of the Family Well-Being Approach (FWBA) and i…

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What are some practical steps I can take to encourage my child to tolerate their anxiety? 10:48

3M ago10:48

10:48

In today's episode of The Child Anxiety FAQ, host Dawn Friedman MSEd addresses a crucial question from our listeners: What are some practical steps I can take to encourage my child to tolerate their anxiety? With over 30 years of experience working with children and families, I offer general strategies that can be adapted to different age groups an…

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PSP: 390: Helping Kids Who Give Up Easily 51:55

3M ago51:55

51:55

Anxiety and OCD can take a TON of resilience. So when we have kids who generally give up easily, this can impact how they handle their mental health struggles. Some kids have this go get’em attitude and get up every time they are knocked down, while other kids give up before they even begin. In this week’s AT Parenting Survival Podcast we’ll discus…

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PSP 389: Reducing Isolation in Kids Who are Doing Homeschool or Online Schooling 48:20

3M ago48:20

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Many of our kids thrive in non-traditional learning environments. And some of our kids are not able to go to an in-person school due to the acuity of their anxiety or OCD. One of the cons of at-home learning is the isolation it can bring. Isolation can increase anxiety and OCD and make our kids feel disconnected. It is helpful to have a proactive p…

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PSP 388: Helping Our College Kids with Anxiety or OCD 42:50

3M ago42:50

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It is hard enough supporting our kids with anxiety or OCD, but what happens when they go away to college? We still need to support our kids, but our relationship and physical proximity has changed. In this week’s AT Parenting Survival podcast I explore the many ways in which our mindset and role shifts when our kids go off to college. We’ll discuss…

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How do I deal with my anger towards my anxious child? 11:33

3M ago11:33

11:33

Welcome back to another episode of The Child Anxiety FAQ, where your questions about child and teen anxiety are answered. I'm your host, Dawn Friedman, and today we're diving into a challenging but common issue many parents face: dealing with anger towards their anxious children. With over three decades of experience working with families, I'm here…

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PSP 387: How to Address Picking and Pulling Behaviors with Aneela Idnani 52:58

3M ago52:58

52:58

It is not uncommon for kids with anxiety or OCD to also have issues with picking their skin or pulling their hair. These behaviors are classified as BFRBs, body-focused, repetitive behaviors. Although BFRBs are a common comorbid condition to anxiety and OCD, it is a separate disorder with its own set of therapy approaches. In this week’s AT Parenti…

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PSP 386: The Difference Between PDA Accommodations and OCD Accommodations 31:13

4M ago31:13

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Often parents who are raising kids with both PDA and OCD get conflicting advice. This can push a parent who is already stressed, over the edge. Are accommodations good or are they bad? One set of advice talks about leaning into accommodations, while the other set says accommodations are something to eventually stop. The reality is PDA accommodation…

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How can I support my anxious child while also addressing their behavior? 11:12

4M ago11:12

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In today's episode, we tackle a common but complex question: "How can I support my anxious child while also addressing their inappropriate behavior?" Using a real-life example of a parent dealing with their 10-year-old's morning meltdowns before school, I explore some of the root causes of school refusal, the importance of ensuring a supportive env…

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PSP 385: Helping Kids with OCD with Stuart Ralph from OCD Stories 59:49

4M ago59:49

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I had the pleasure of sitting down with Stuart Ralph, from the podcast The OCD Stories to talk about his journey from OCD sufferer, OCD podcaster to therapist. We explore how treating kids and teens with OCD requires a different, more flexible approach. Stuart also offers some helpful tips on how to navigate the UK mental health system. Stuart Ralp…

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Should I let my anxious child have a phone? 15:17

4M ago15:17

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Hey, everyone. Welcome to the Child Anxiety FAQ podcast, where we tackle your pressing questions about child and teen anxiety. I'm Dawn Friedman, your host, with over 30 years of experience working with kids and families. In this week's episode, we'll confront a dilemma many parents face: should you let your anxious child have a phone? This questio…

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PSP 384: Why Family Involvement is Key to OCD Treatment in Kids 40:34

4M ago40:34

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OCD doesn’t live in a bubble; it lives in our home. It lives in our families. It is not an isolated disorder. It involves the whole family system. That is why family involvement is key to a child’s OCD long term success. Often this is the missing component, even when a child is being treated for OCD. In this week’s AT Parenting Survival Podcast I e…

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What are some practical ways to address the academic pressures and expectations that contribute to my child's anxiety? 11:50

4M ago11:50

11:50

Welcome back to The Child Anxiety FAQ podcast, where we tackle listener questions about child and teen anxiety. I'm your host, Dawn Friedman, and with over three decades of experience working with kids and families, I aim to bring you practical advice and insights. As the school year kicks off, many parents are concerned about the academic pressure…

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PSP 383: The Power of Celebrating Small Wins with Anxiety or OCD 39:53

4M ago39:53

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Anxiety and OCD can create hopelessness. It can feel like such an overwhelming task to overcome these struggles. Often we focus on the end goal. Get them to school. Get them to eat. Get them to be fully functioning. But there are a million smaller goals that get them to that bigger goal. It is easy to focus on the big picture instead of looking at …

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Do already anxious children struggle more with anxiety as they enter adolesence? 13:59

5M ago13:59

13:59

In this episode of The Child Anxiety FAQ podcast, we’re talking about whether already anxious kids struggle more with anxiety as they enter their teenage years. I’ll be sharing my experience working with kids and families for over 30 years and diving into the effects of hormone changes on anxiety. Join me for a casual, informative chat about child …

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PSP 382: A Helpful Tool for OCD Reassurance Seeking 46:37

5M ago46:37

46:37

OCD doesn’t just involve our kids, it involves us. OCD reassurance seeking is a sneaky compulsion. It gets us to do OCD’s dirty work. We often don’t even know we are talking to OCD. It can feel bad to pull back our reassurance, even if we know it is OCD. It can also be tough on our kids. In this week’s AT Parenting Survival Podcast I talk about a t…

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The Child Anxiety FAQ

Dawn Friedman MSEd

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AT Parenting Survival Podcast: Parenting | Child Anxiety | Child OCD | Kids & Family

Natasha Daniels: Child Therapist, Child Anxiety and Child OCD Expert

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How do I tell if it's my child's anxiety or mine? 11:23

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PSP 401: Are We Inadvertently Contributing to Our Child’s Helplessness? 39:25

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PSP: 400: The Difference Between Reframing Anxiety Thoughts vs OCD Thoughts 39:43

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What does healthy coping with child anxiety look like? 12:10

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PSP: 399: Why the Core Fear Matters in Anxiety and OCD 44:36

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PSP: 398: Handling Your Child’s Anxiety, OCD and Christmas Break 39:08

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PSP: 397: Feelings of Failure When Our Child’s Anxiety or OCD Doesn’t Get better 33:01

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How do I help my anxious child deal with worries about real life events? 15:10

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PSP: 396: A New OCD Tool to Help Kids Practice Their Skills at Home 34:40

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PSP: 395: How to Improve Sibling Relationships Despite Anxiety & OCD With Dr. Corinna Tucker 48:12

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How can I determine if my own anxiety is influencing my parenting of my anxious child? 8:50

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PSP: 394: Can You Find Happiness While Your Child is Struggling with Anxiety or OCD? 54:21

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PSP: 393: Helping Autistic Kids Who have OCD with Jan Stewart 59:36

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How do I set limits for my anxious child without feeling guilty? 10:15

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PSP: 392: What Stories are You Telling Yourself About Your Child’s Anxiety or OCD? 53:41

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PSP: 391: What to Do When Your Child Won’t Get Needed Mental Health Treatment with Alec Pollard 1:05:38

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What are some practical steps I can take to encourage my child to tolerate their anxiety? 10:48

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PSP: 390: Helping Kids Who Give Up Easily 51:55

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PSP 389: Reducing Isolation in Kids Who are Doing Homeschool or Online Schooling 48:20

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PSP 388: Helping Our College Kids with Anxiety or OCD 42:50

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How do I deal with my anger towards my anxious child? 11:33

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PSP 387: How to Address Picking and Pulling Behaviors with Aneela Idnani 52:58

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PSP 386: The Difference Between PDA Accommodations and OCD Accommodations 31:13

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How can I support my anxious child while also addressing their behavior? 11:12

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PSP 385: Helping Kids with OCD with Stuart Ralph from OCD Stories 59:49

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Should I let my anxious child have a phone? 15:17

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PSP 384: Why Family Involvement is Key to OCD Treatment in Kids 40:34

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What are some practical ways to address the academic pressures and expectations that contribute to my child's anxiety? 11:50

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PSP 383: The Power of Celebrating Small Wins with Anxiety or OCD 39:53

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Do already anxious children struggle more with anxiety as they enter adolesence? 13:59

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PSP 382: A Helpful Tool for OCD Reassurance Seeking 46:37

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