OCD and Anxiety in Children

Articles and resources to help children with obsessive compulsive disorder or anxiety.

OCD and Anxiety Book Reviews
Reviews of recommended books about OCD and anxiety in children.

How to Cope with Side Effects of Anxiety Medications
A medical doctor provides advice on coping with medication symptoms. (Dr. Reid Wilson)

OCD Rituals
OCD rituals are intended to control anxiety, but may end up controlling the child. (National Institute of Mental Health)

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Causes, symptoms and treatment of the anxiety disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). (Saint Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute)

Anxiety Disorders in Children and Adolescents
Obsessive Compulsive and other children's anxiety disorders affect 5-18% of children. This article explains the symptoms of anxiety disorders and how to get help. (Saint Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute)

Anxiety Disorders
An overview of other anxiety disorders common in children. (Saint Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute)