Monsters under the bed. Storm. Darkness. All young children are afraid of something, real or imagined. As they grow older, they develop new fears. What if the kids in my class don't like me? What if I don’t write the test tomorrow? In most cases, parents manage to calm their Children. But in some children, anxiety goes beyond the norm and becomes a pathology. One child cannot eat for fear of choking. Another is afraid of animals. The third one refuses to go to school because he is afraid of being left without his mother. Fortunately, in such cases, parents can help their children cope with fears. Fears are a normal part of growing up. Moreover, mild anxiety is even beneficial. Thanks to him, the child develops mechanisms that help him cope with life's difficulties. With a normal level of anxiety, when faced with stressful situations, children learn to overcome difficulties and become more adapted to life. With an increased level of anxiety, the child is tormented by fears that he is unable to overcome; for example, before an important football match, a child’s stomach is so tight that he cannot even leave the house. Such children need help, perhaps even the help of a psychotherapist. In extreme cases, anxiety does not allow the child to live in peace. For example, a girl is so afraid of dirt that she washes her hands several times an hour. These children require more serious professional help, often with the use of medications. Often children suffer alone because they do not understand what is happening to them. Parents may not notice or downplay the child's problem. Or they may misinterpret its manifestations - anxiety in children can manifest itself in different ways, from extreme shyness to irritability and even defiant behavior. It is extremely important to identify the problem in time. Constant fears can lead to low self-esteem, communication problems, and depression in a child. By choosing the right course of action, parents can significantly help their children overcome their fears. Here are some techniques you can adopt. • Face your own fears. By showing excessive anxiety, you are unwittingly teaching this to your child. • Talk openly with your child about his feelings and fears and, if possible, nip anxiety in the bud. The child must be sure that his fears will not be ridiculed. • By always remaining open to communication, you will help your child build self-esteem, and then it will be easier for him to deal with his fears. • Make sure that the child is not overloaded with a variety of activities. Set times for going to bed, doing homework, and relaxing. Anxious children need order in their world. • Make sure your child gets enough sleep and a healthy diet. It is very important to follow a daily routine!!!! This is the key to his good health and mental vigor. Don't forget about the benefits of exercise. • Encourage your child's desire to take on increasingly complex problems. This will increase his self-esteem. Don't let him avoid what scares him. Some people are more prone to anxiety than others due to their temperament. Some forms of anxiety are hereditary. Girls tend to be more prone to anxiety symptoms than boys. When should you seek professional help? If your child is unable to cope with tasks such as going to school, going on a sleepover, speaking in front of the class, going to the doctor, socializing with peers, or sleeping in a separate room, then it is time to seek help from a psychologist. Here are some signs that your child is having problems: frequent nightmares, stomach pains, and headaches without a medical reason..