Anxiety - McKinney, TX

I have a 10 year old son and we have been dealing with this for years. I am concerned that she passed out though, that does not seem like an anxiety symptom. I wish I had better advise but all I have to offer is.... Schedule and routine, stick to it no matter what. If you have to add or take away something from her normal routine, start talking to her about it 7 days in advance. Give her a nice warm bath immediately before bed and let her drink The herbal "Sleepy Time" Tea. Good Luck

You didn't mention what your daughter's personality was like, but I'm assuming she is shy and is afraid of new people and situations. I was just like that as a child. My mom took me to the doctor and he tested me for an ulcer. Of course, I didn't have one, I was just extremely reserved. As time went on and I grew up things got better, but it took a lot of patience on my parent's part. Good luck to you all!

It is hard to tell a whole lot about what is going on. Any changes in her school work or fiends? Is she getting picked on at school? Has anyone moved or died? Any new adults in her life? does she have any time where it is worse than others, if so what is going on then? If you have a sitter does she complain about the symptoms then too?

E.,

Have you guys tried a counselor? I think the counselor would be able to help your daughter and even you with how to help her.
C.

I have had anxiety problems since I was in the 3rd grade. I still have them. I have stomach aches also when I get my anxiety. It's different than feeling sick, but tis still a tummy ache. I cant explain it and Im 24, I remember trying to explain it when I was 7 or 8 and I couldnt figure it out. But my dad has anxiety issues also so lucky for me he knew EXACTLY what I was talking about. Everytime I nurse my baby I get anxiety for some strange reason. I dont know if this helps you or not but there ya go!

I'm not sure you have provided enough information for anyone to give specific, helpful advice, but I'm wondering if your daughter may have low blood sugar problems? You really need to take her to her pediatrician to discuss all these concerns and begin finding the right direction to explore for more answers. This sounds serious. I'm not sure I would assume it was anxiety - that is too vague. It sounds more like there is some physical or at least physiological issue taking place (underlying hormonal or nutritional deficits can cause anxiety). Good luck - I'm sorry she and you are going through this.

passing out sounds a little more serious-- I'd take her to the doctor. Have there been any BIg changes lately maybe some counseling at school...

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Dear E.:

You sound like a great mom because you are looking at the issue from many sides. When I was a child, I had similar symptoms. My parents took me to the doctor who said it was just anxiety. A year later, I was finally diagnosed with an ulcer. I had passed out from the pain a couple of times.

Just recently, I discovered that I have a gene defect that affects my immune system. It is a bit ironic, but I looking back, I can see that stress weakened my immune system which caused illness, which caused stress, and so on. Unfortunately, it took about 40 years to get a diagnosis.

Keep talking to your child and listening to her. Perhaps you can resolve the underlying cause of the anxiety issue, and if she has an illness, you will be able to get it diagnosed.

I did have anxiety, and for me, it was a vicious circle. I could tell that me family was exasperated and angry with me because I was always complaining and sick, so I wanted to be perfect so that they would love me. This made me even more anxious (and likely to get sick).

Keep loving her.

Jen

I know I'm really late with this and you probably have it all figured out, but I wanted to mention her diet. My nephew passed out at school a couple of times and they decided he needed more protein in his diet. He was having donuts or cereal for breakfast and then he would just crash. Good luck!

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H. S.

Please do not ignore your daughter complaints of her stomach hurting. I was the same way when I was in third grade complianing of stomach pains and my teacher told my mother that it was do to new lessons in class and that I didnt want to learn. Which was never the case. I liked learning new things. To make a long story short it wasn't till my 8 th grade year that I was diagnosed with seizures with the ora being in my stomach. I had brain surgery march of 03 and no seizures since. Please, I am not saying this is the same thing with your daughter but just dont over look it as if nothing is going on. Thanks
L. Hignight