Episode 15

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25th May 2022

Why is it that most gifted children tend to have an anxiety disorder?

We examine our assumptions about giftedness and anxiety, look at the research, and discuss the ways that anxiety and giftedness may overlap.

I reference two studies in this episode, which you can find here.

Mental Disorders Among Gifted and Nongifted Youth: A Selected Review of the Epidemiologic Literature

Emotional and Behavioral Characteristics of Gifted Children and Their Families

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About the Podcast

The Child Anxiety FAQ

Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety? Are you looking for practical, easy-to-implement advice to help them navigate through their fears and worries? Welcome to The Child Anxiety FAQ Podcast, the essential weekly podcast for parents seeking expert guidance on managing anxiety in their children.

Each week, Dawn Friedman MSEd -- a seasoned professional with over three decades of experience—answers listener questions about child and teen anxiety. Whether it's understanding the root causes, learning effective communication strategies, or finding the best ways to support your anxious child, this podcast provides you with succinct, deep, and practical answers to your pressing questions.

Why Listen to The Child Anxiety FAQ Podcast?

🌟 Expertise You Can Trust: With a rich background as a preschool teacher, parent educator, family case manager, clinical counselor, and now as the owner of Child Anxiety Support, Dawn has dedicated her career to supporting little kids, big kids, teens, and their parents. Her insights are grounded in years of hands-on experience and evidence-based practices, ensuring you receive advice you can rely on.

🌟 Convenience for Busy Parents: Each episode is designed to fit seamlessly into your hectic life. Lasting just ten to fifteen minutes, you can easily listen during a school pick-up, while making dinner, or whenever you have a small pocket of time. No long lectures—just concise, actionable guidance you can start using right away.

🌟 Real Questions, Real Solutions: This isn't just any podcast. It's a community-driven resource where your questions take center stage. Listeners submit their most pressing concerns about child and teen anxiety, and each week, I provide thoughtful, detailed responses. You’ll hear valuable tips and strategies that directly address your specific challenges, making each episode highly relevant and immediately useful.

🌟 Compassionate and Relatable: Parenting an anxious child can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Dawn's approach is warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental. She aims to create a supportive space where you feel understood and empowered to make positive changes in your child's life.

What You’ll Learn:

Effective Communication Techniques: Discover how to talk to your anxious child without making things worse and learn the right words to alleviate their fears.

Anxiety Management Tools: Get practical strategies for helping your child manage their anxiety.

Parenting Tips for Anxious Kids: Learn how to create a supportive home environment and practice parenting methods that reduce anxiety.

Handling Specific Situations: Find out how to address common anxiety triggers such as school, social situations, sleep issues, and more.

Subscribe to The Child Anxiety FAQ Podcast and equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to make a meaningful difference in your child's life. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favorite podcast app.

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Dawn Friedman