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What to do with Worry: Strategies to Help Parents and Teens, Jan. 17

Champions for Children and Dr. Kirsten Ellingsen are providing a free interactive parent talk. Dr. Ellingsen will present an overview of anxiety for children over 5-years old and offer strategies for parents to support their children and teens to better manage worry and anxiety. Anxiety and worry can be helpful in certain situations, but it becomes problematic when excessive, frequent, or disruptive to daily life. Teaching children strategies for helpful thinking and relaxation can empower them to effectively manage anxiety and its physiological effects.

The talk will help parents:

  • Understand anxiety, when it
    is useful and when it is not.
  • Recognize signs and
    symptoms of anxiety (how
    to help your child/teen
    identify body cues).
  • Notice worry and thoughts
    that are unhelpful.
  • Learn some calming and
    relaxation strategies.

Free Interactive Parent Talk

Date: January 17, 2025

Time: Noon- 1 p.m.

Location: Champions for Children, 3108 West Azeele Street, Tampa

Registration is required and seating is limited!