Anxiety
Steps to change
Anxiety is probably the most common problem that young people experience. This may present as anxiety about being at school through to school refusal, separation anxiety, anxiety over friendships, exam anxiety, avoidance of eating at school, fear of getting things wrong and many others.
Having a discussion with a teacher or family member, learning the ways to manage the physical impact, thoughts and behaviours is helpful in bringing about change.
Try Clear Fear
Clear Fear is a free app to help children and young people manage the symptoms of anxiety. Developed for stem4 by Dr Nihara Krause, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, together with ideas from young people, Clear Fear uses a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) framework to help change anxious thoughts and emotions, alter anxious behaviours and calm fear responses.
The app also has helpful descriptions of the different ways in which anxiety shows, resources and a ‘grit box’ to boost resilience. It is recommended for the ages of 11-19 years but can be used by a younger group with the support of a parent/carer.
Clear Fear compliments, but does not substitute for the assessment and ongoing support of a mental health professional.
For further information on the app visit the Clear Fear website.
Available free on the App Store and Google Play.
Four steps to change
