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When to Worry About a Child's Worries

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1. During what age/stage is it typical and appropriate to worry about real-world dangers, such as fires and storms? Early childhood Elementary school Middle school High school
2. Which of the following is a red flag for potential clinical anxiety? Somatic symptoms such as stomachaches or headaches Recurrent nightmares Inability to concentrate All of the above
3. At what age does separation anxiety typically present? 0-1 year 1-2 years 2-3 years 3-4 years
4. Which diagnosis is categorized by a child’s inability to speak in some settings and to some people? Generalized anxiety disorder Social anxiety Selective mutism Obsessive compulsive disorder
5. What are the four components of OCD maintenance? Obsession, distress, compulsion, repeat Compulsion, distress, obsession, disorder Obsession, distress, compulsion, relief Worry, distress, compulsion, relief
6. How is anxiety maintained? Escape and avoidance Conversations Asking questions All of the above
7. Which is NOT a component of the cognitive triad? Thoughts Neural connections Feelings Behaviors
8. What therapeutic technique can be described as taking small steps toward success? Progressive muscle relaxation Cognitive restructuring Exposure Visualization
9. What caregiver behaviors are associated with increased child anxiety? Overcontrol Overprotection Modeling of anxious interpretation All of the above
10. What is defined as parental behavior modifications that attempt to prevent or reduce child distress associated with participation in age-appropriate activities and/or exposure to feared or avoided stimuli? Parental accommodation Parental resistance Parental exposure Parental assistance