Ep 235: Parenting Through Anxiety: Practical Advice from Lynn Lyons (Replay)

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In this replay of episodes 31 and 32 of Your Child Is Normal, anxiety expert and psychotherapist Lynn Lyons shares practical, reassuring advice for parents raising anxious kids.

The conversation covers:

• how anxiety shows up in children
• why reassurance can sometimes worsen anxiety
• how avoidance strengthens fear
• ways parents unintentionally accommodate anxiety
• practical strategies to help children build resilience and confidence

Lynn explains the difference between normal worry and anxiety disorders, and offers concrete language and tools families can use at home right away.

To learn more from Lynn Lyons (highly encouraged!), visit lynnlyons.com and check out her podcast Flusterclux.

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