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Emotional and Social Issues

Emotional and Social Issues


Children can often become anxious upon learning they have food allergies. As their parent, you can help them handle their emotions — once you get a grip on yours! Read up on how to nurture a stable child.

Anxiety in Children with Food Allergies

Unfortunately, extreme anxiety can be common in children with life- threatening food allergies, but it is treatable.

Anxious About Food Allergies? You Are Not Alone

How to keep your cool when your child is diagnosed with food allergies.

Balancing Needs when a Sibling Has Food Allergies

Make your home a place of love and understanding, where each member of the family, including your food-allergic child, is accepted.

Dealing with Emotions when Your Child is Diagnosed with Food Allergies

It’s normal to feel jealous of your friends’ healthy children and "normal" life—but don’t let these feelings overwhelm you for very long.

Expect Disbelief when Talking to Others About Your Children

Some people may not understand that good, healthy foods can harm your child. Make your child's special needs clear.

Feeling Like a Social "Wet Blanket" When Your Child Has Food Allergies

Though you may not be able to take a carefree approach to life, do your best to maintain a positive and upbeat attitude.

How to Keep Your Food-Allergic Child From Feeling Left Out

Restrictions in foods and social activities can lead children to experience feelings of sadness, anger, frustration and self consciousness - particularly when they feel safety precautions make them stand out from their peers.

Raising a Well-adjusted Child Who Happens to Have Food Allergies

How well your child copes will be heavily influenced by how well you cope.




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Page last updated 01/30/2011

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