Stress and Anxiety Quiz: Kids

We often think of anxiety as an adult issue, but anxiety can occur in children as well.

Adults with anxiety have often learned that it started when they were kids. Anxiety is complex, and it may manifest differently in kids than it does in adults. If you think your little one might be having anxious feelings, try this quiz!

Rate each option 1-5 to tally up the final score!

On a scale of 1-5, does your child:
Struggle to fall or stay asleep
Seem anxious/wired
Have trouble staying on task
Seem to be on ā€œhigh alertā€ often glancing around, assessing surroundings
Have stomach aches
Not want to do or try new things
Ask a lot of/or the same questions over and over again
Struggle to pay attention
Struggle to sit still