School
In addition to the social stresses of fitting in, relationships, and friendships that come with school, your child may feel academic pressures. There are two sides to this spectrum—the kids who are perfectionists with their work and those who feel like they can’t quite keep up.
For the perfectionist kids, Davies says it’s important not to minimize the anxiety that comes along with perfectionism. Instead, she suggests giving space for validation and recognizing their accomplishments.
And for those who are struggling with academics, Davies recommends focusing on their strengths: are they a visual learner? Hands-on learner? Great at sports? Focus on these strong points as well as productive ways to aid them in their academics, such as working with a tutor.