Macon County Health Department (Decatur, IL)

Anxiety doesn’t always look the same in kids. It can show up as:
• A racing heart
• Sweating or blushing
• Shaking or feeling sick to their stomach
• Feeling very hot or very cold
• Trouble breathing
• Difficulty paying attention or sitting still

How you can help your child:
✔️ Practice calming tools like deep breathing, positive self-talk, and muscle relaxation
✔️ Spend one-on-one time together (try a walk or reading—no screens!)
✔️ Talk openly about what’s worrying them
✔️ Limit screen time, have family routines.
✔️ Reach out to your child’s pediatrician for support