Adapted from an online discussion. Hey, Carolyn: My 10-year-old is exhibiting anxiety about changes to routines or scheduled activities recently. It seems fairly developmental, and kid and I talk through it when it crops up. I have diagnosed anxiety and it’s well in check, but my spouse saw it pre-diagnosed and keeps saying, “We need to take her in for an evaluation.” It feels personal to me in a way I haven’t been able to fully articulate other than to say, “I think what’s going on is common.” How do I proceed in this conversation? — Parent Answer this week’s reader question Here's your chance to channel your inner Carolyn Hax and respond to a reader question. |