Separation anxiety disorder in children is the child's extreme sensitivity to being separated from his/her caregiver (usually the mother) inappropriately for the child's developmental period. In cases of separation, psychological and physical symptoms (palpitations, hand tremors, abdominal pain, etc.) occur in the child. The disorder often manifests itself after children start primary school, and the child may resist going to school. Features such as not being able to sleep separately in bed at night, not being able to socialize without a parent, and showing younger characteristics than the age in autonomy behaviors such as eating and dressing may accompany the picture.
The disorder may be caused by the family's upbringing attitudes as well as the child's individual characteristics. Children who are not allowed autonomy and who are raised with an overprotective attitude are at risk for disorders if their temperament is predisposed. The child may fall behind in school and in the circle of friends. The treatment program includes individual psychotherapy and family counseling. In severe cases, anti-anxiety medications can be added to the treatment.
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