COVID-19 Pandemic Is An ‘Opportunity’ To Teach Kids How To Get Through Tough Time Says Life Coach…

Panic attacks are on the rise as the nation battles the COVID-19 pandemic. While many adults struggle to keep their anxiety in check, they want to know how to keep their troubles from affecting their children.

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“My definition of anxiety is a fear response, an arousal fear response, that is disproportionate to the risk,” Dr. Phil says on Friday’s episode. “So much of what I’m seeing in terms of emotional response to this COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic that we’re facing is disproportionate to the risk involved.”

Board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Charles Sophy adds, “The anxiety is coming because they feel there’s something they can’t control. And, they’re right; they can’t control this, but they can control what’s going on in their own home … Being able to be calm, have a structure, and be self-aware, that’s the key, because we’re never going to control this, but you can control your environment around you.”

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In the video above, hear Life Coach Mike Bayer's advice for parents battling anxiety. And, Dr. Phil shares how to speak to your child in an age-appropriate manner.

On Friday, Dr. Phil answers viewers’ questions, including how to handle the coronavirus quarantine while managing marriage, sobriety and more. Check here to see where you can watch.

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