Childhood Anxiety Disorders

Childhood Anxiety Disorders - Diagnosis

The diagnosis of an anxiety disorder is usually made by a clinician such as a psychologist or medical doctor. Tools such as structured interviews, questionnaires, behavioural observations and interactions are often used to aid in the diagnosis of an anxiety disorder.

Childhood Anxiety Disorders - Preparing for surgery

Childhood Anxiety Disorders - Post-surgery care

Updated on 2018-11-19T16:00:00Z
Article contributed by Department of Child Development, KK Women's and Children's Hospital

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