Many autistic children have anxiety, as do many hyperlexic learners.
In fact, intense, unusual fears are a common characteristic of hyperlexia. A characteristic that, sadly, isn't talked about much (see #5 here).
Since anxiety is so prevalent in these kids, it's important for parents to learn about and talk about the impacts of anxiety, while also helping them learn how to support their kids. That might mean teaching coping skills, helping kids learn how to manage their anxiety, practice deep breathing, and so on...
And that's where these anxiety resources for parents come into play. You'll find practical tips and strategies, as well as printable resources, anxiety worksheets, coping strategies, and more below.
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Anxiety Resources for Parents & Kids
The resources in this section are all about getting a better understanding of what anxiety is and educating kids about their anxiety. You'll find everything from book suggestions to tips and strategies for talking to your child about anxiety.
Printable Anxiety Resources
Looking for ways to help kids cope with anxious thoughts and worries? Maybe you want to help kids better understand their anxiety? Well, then these resources are for you. You'll find lots of great printables, including anxiety management worksheets, below.
Resources for Managing Anxiety
In this section you will find a selection of tips, tools, and techniques for helping kids learn to manage their anxiety, including visual aids, social stories, calming strategies, deep breathing techniques, and more.
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MINDFULNESS RESOURCES
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CALM DOWN BOTTLES
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FREE SOCIAL STORIES FOR CALMING DOWN
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FREE DEEP BREATHING SOCIAL STORY
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FREE CALM DOWN CARDS
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FREE CALM DOWN STRATEGIES STORY
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FREE ? BLOCK DEEP BREATHING POSTER
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5 CALM DOWN BREATHING TECHNIQUES
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CALM DOWN BREATHING CARDS
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SHAMROCK BREATHING
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COCONUT TREE BREATHING
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HEART BREATHING
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SNOWMAN BREATHING
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WINTER HAT BREATHING
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SANTA HAT BREATHING
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GINGERBREAD BREATHING
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CHRISTMAS TREE BREATHING
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CHRISTMAS WREATH BREATHING
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CHRISTMAS BELL BREATHING
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CHRISTMAS GIFT BREATHING
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CANDY CANE BREATHING
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HOLLY DEEP BREATHING
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FALL LEAF BREATHING EXERCISE
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GHOST BREATHING EXERCISE
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HALLOWEEN BREATHING EXERCISE
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FREE CALM DOWN KIT PRINTABLES
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HOW TO CREATE A CALM DOWN CORNER
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100 CALM DOWN STRATEGIES FOR KIDS
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CALM DOWN TOOLS FOR OLDER KIDS
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BEST HOMEMADE CALM DOWN KITS
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CALM DOWN TOOLS FOR KIDS
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CHRISTMAS CALM DOWN KIT
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5 DEEP BREATHING TECHNIQUES
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DIY TRAVEL CALM DOWN KIT
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EASY COPING STRATEGY FOR KIDS & TEENS
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SCENTED WORRY HEARTS
I hope you are able to find some useful tips, tools, and strategies from this collection of anxiety resources for parents. Be sure to check back frequently as new resources are constantly being added.