Childhood Emotional Disorder

Childhood emotional disorder is emotional symptoms (anxiety, sadness, fears, avoidance) that are excessive for the child's developmental stage and cause functional impairment. Subtypes: separation anxiety disorder, childhood phobic anxiety, social anxiety, sibling rivalry, school refusal, and other emotional disorders. It is more common than severe childhood behavioral disorders. Treatment: cognitive-behavioral therapy, family support, school involvement, and treat comorbid anxiety/depression; avoid overprotection.

Common Symptoms

Excessive anxiety/fears/sadness; school refusal; separation worry; social avoidance; impairing function; age-inappropriate

Causes and Pathogenesis

Temperamental anxiety plus family/school stress produce excessive emotional symptoms beyond developmental expectations.

Treatment

Cognitive-behavioral therapy; family support; school involvement; treat comorbid anxiety/depression; avoid overprotection

Preventive Measures

Supportive parenting; gradual school exposure; treat anxiety early.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Pediatrics department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.