Think about all the stressors that can cause anxiety in a typical adult’s day: Noise. electronic stimulation from TVs, computers, cell phones, and other constant information-emitting devices. Traffic. Juggling work responsibilities, activities, and family in our busy, 24-7 society.
For children, who tend to be more susceptible to noise and commotion, day-to-day stress triggers can be amplified, making the need for quiet downtime even more crucial. Add to that school and after-school activities, the pressure to succeed (whether it comes from outside or from within themselves), family changes or conflicts, and a host of other factors that can lead to anxiety and you have the perfect recipe for child stress.
