Signs someone would benefit from therapy:
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Constantly worrying and feeling on edge
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Traumatic memories get in the way of enjoying life
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Feeling unloved, lonely or like not enough
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Feeling judged, overwhelmed and like most conversations are awkward
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Sad, lacking energy, low motivation to face the day
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Getting angered easily, and reacting in negative ways to every day challenges
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Feeling stuck in a thought pattern
Indicator that your child or teen may benefit from therapy:
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Avoidance or disruption to routine activities
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Changes in sleeping and eating
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Excessive worry and anxiety
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Unusual fears
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Aggressive behavior
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Disordered eating and restricted eating
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Conflict with peers and or difficulty making/keeping friends
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Social withdrawal
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Tantrums and excessive/intense emotional upsets
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Low mood or sadness
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Frequent stomach aches, headaches or other physical symptoms
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School refusal
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Reduced academic functioning
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Excessive accommodation by parents