Find out how this mom and therapist went viral on TikTok by posting a viral video about the different ways children express their anxiety.
Melissa Griffing, mother and child therapist, shared 15 phrases children use to express their anxiety. Under her Tiktok video, @momtherapist, the reactions were numerous, especially in adults remembering saying these phrases as children and parents grateful to hear them in their children. The video has already been viewed over a million times. Melissa Griffing points out that children express their anxiety in different ways, but parents often don’t notice how it manifests.
Among the examples cited, we find common phrases such as “I have a stomach ache”, “what if…”, “I still have to pee” And “I just want to stay with you”. Although these phrases are often used by many children, it is important to consult a doctor if you have any concerns. Childhood stress and anxiety can drag on and affect their adult life if not addressed in time. The comments below the video show that many parents identified with the situations described.
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Some Internet users have shared their personal experience, such as having prevented their child from going to school when he complained of having a stomach ache. Melissa Griffing, mum-of-three, has also posted additional videos giving advice on how to help children deal with anxiety. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing and understanding their children’s emotions, by listening to them, in order to provide them with appropriate support.
These videos touched many people, some were moved, others expressed their gratitude for the advice provided. Melissa Griffing hopes this information will help parents better understand their children to help them manage their anxiety in the future.