Anxiety Disorder

Symptoms of Anxiety Disorder: Teens with panic disorder problems may experience: unexpected panic attack (or anxiety attack), consisting of physical and/or cognitive symptoms such as racing heart, dizziness, blurred vision, fear of death, trembling, sweating, and shortness of breath. Panic attacks may cause the teen to develop avoidance behavior, known as agoraphobia.

If your teen is displaying symptoms of anxiety disorder, it is very important
that you seek treatment. A teen with anxiety disorder is at risk for developing other
mental disorders, such as antisocial personality disorder, mood disorders,
and substance use disorders, in adulthood if left untreated. Teens with anxiety
disorder are also at risk for school-related problems, substance abuse,
legal problems and injuries (to self or others), sexually transmitted diseases,
and suicide. But, when caught early, treatment of anxiety disorders can be successfull.

It is often necessary to place teens with anxiety disorders in a therapeutic boarding school setting. We have information on many treatment centers that have had success in treating anxiety disorder. Contact us so that we can find the right setting for your child.