Anxiety in Adolescents and Teenagers
Anxiety is a normal part of life. When it becomes persistent, frustrating, and hard to switch off, it can look like a more serious anxiety problem. With support from family, a GP, and structured therapy, it can be managed.
Canonical hypnotherapy article: teen anxiety hypnotherapy. Hub: /parenting. Related: exam anxiety, teen screen addiction.
What anxiety can feel like
Tense body, racing heart, fast breathing, and a mind that will not settle. In teens this often shows up around exams, friendships, driving, or screens.
Clinical hypnotherapy works with those automatic responses. It does not replace assessment when OCD, trauma, or school-based learning issues need specialist input.
Parent or guardian books under-16s. Book exam anxiety or /appointments. Crisis: Lifeline 13 11 14 or 000.
Written by
Abi McIntyreMedical author and researcher with over 10 years of experience, specialising in mental health.
Clinically approved by
Paul SmithDip.Clin.Hyp. Dip.Psych.Th.
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