How to Choose an OCD Treatment Program: A Guide for Families
When a child, teen, or young adult is struggling with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), finding the right treatment program can feel…
Use “And” When They Say “But”
Many anxious kids get stuck in a loop of strong feelings and quick pushback, especially when something feels hard or…
Breaking Big Projects into Small Steps: Helping Kids with Anxiety Get Started Without Feeling Overwhelmed
Large projects can feel unmanageable for kids with anxiety. When everything feels urgent or unclear, the nervous system shifts into…
Understanding BFRBs: A Parent's Guide to Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors
As a parent, discovering that your child engages in hair pulling, skin picking, or nail biting can be confusing and…
The Benefits of Exposure Therapy: What it is, its benefits, and how Anxiety Institute uses it.
Exposure therapy provides a multitude of benefits. It empowers patients to overcome their phobias, anxieties, and fears by promoting self-confidence…
The Power of Predictability: Building Emotional Safety Through Routine and Flexibility
For adolescents and young adults managing anxiety, routines offer more than just organization—they create a critical sense of emotional safety.…
How Teens and Young Adults Manifest Perfectionism
Perfectionism is more than just wanting to do well. For many adolescents and young adults, it’s a deep fear of…
Identify When Gaming Becomes Avoidance
Understand the difference between escape and avoidance—and how they impact anxiety.
Talking to Teens with Anxiety: 6 Practical Tips
Talking to a teenager with anxiety can be challenging, but with patience and understanding, parents can offer crucial support. Here…