If not, it’s possible that your child just has a more subdued, introspective nature. Follow up is important, however, since untreated anxiety issues may come along with other problems, such as mood issues and/or dysfunctional eating. Discuss your concerns with your child’s doctor. Couple those changes with the need for more privacy regarding menstrual cycles for girls and erections and/or “wet dreams” for boys. Add to this the increase of hair, voice changes, and sexual urges, and it may be more than your tween can take. By talking to your teen about how to deal with conflict, what constitutes a good relationship, both friendship and romantically, you set him or her up for proper resolutions when anxiety comes from normal life events.
