Coping skills for anxiety involves using techniques to control and handle feelings of unease and nervousness. Building these skills is important for kids and teens since they still need guidance as they learn to handle and overcome challenges.
The Coping Skills for Anxiety bundle includes six handouts with helpful illustrations and descriptions to assist kids and teens in dealing with anxious feelings. The handouts explain the common types of anxiety, symptoms for this age group, and coping strategies like distraction, movement, and relaxation.
By using these coping skills, kids and teens can adopt healthy practices and steer clear of unhealthy behaviors triggered by anxiety. For instance, taking short breaks or deep breaths can replace the urge to snack excessively when feeling anxious.
To enhance their coping skills, they can spend a few minutes each day practicing a skill they’ve just learned. For instance, setting aside 5 minutes at night to try out a few simple yoga poses as part of their bedtime routine.
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References:
- Barrios, B. A., & Shigetomi, C. C. (1979). Coping-skills training for the management of anxiety: A critical review. Behavior Therapy, 10(4), 491-522. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0005-7894(79)80052-0
- Barrow, J. C. (1982). Coping-skills training: A brief therapy approach for students with evaluative anxiety. Journal of American College Health Association, 30(6), 269-274. https://doi.org/10.1080/07448481.1982.9938906
