Why Smart Kids Worry
And What Parents Can Do to Help
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Why Smart Kids Worry
Narrated by:
Allyson Ryan
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Narrated by:
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Allyson Ryan
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Allison Edwards
About this listen
Is your bright child overwhelmed by worries that seem beyond their years? Do questions about global issues or personal anxieties keep them up at night? "Why Smart Kids Worry" offers a compassionate roadmap to understanding and supporting your child's unique emotional landscape.
Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist Allison Edwards delves into the intricate relationship between intelligence and anxiety in children. Drawing from her extensive experience, she provides parents with actionable strategies to help their children navigate the challenges of growing up smart and sensitive.
“Therapist Edwards brings profound insight into the minds of gifted, anxious children in this parent-friendly handbook.” — Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
In this insightful guide, you'll discover:
- The Link Between Intelligence and Anxiety: Understand why intellectually advanced children are more prone to excessive worrying.
- 15 Practical Tools: Equip yourself with effective techniques to help your child manage their fears and build resilience.
- Real-Life Scenarios: Learn how to address tough questions about topics like death, natural disasters, and global events in an age-appropriate manner.
- Strategies for Everyday Challenges: Gain insights into managing perfectionism, overthinking, and high expectations that often accompany giftedness.
Whether your child struggles with school stress, social fears, or perfectionism, Why Smart Kids Worry gives you the tools to help them feel safe, understood, and empowered.
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