Symptoms of Anxiety in Teens

• Irritability, mood swings, or anger (anxiety in teens can easily look “behavioral”)
• Consistent or excessive worry
• Complaints of physical problems such as headaches, stomachaches, or tiredness with no physical cause
• Problems sleeping: falling asleep, staying asleep, etc.
• Continually seeking the approval of adults
• Difficulty concentrating or lack of motivation
• Avoidance of social activities or withdrawal from friends
• Not wanting to go to school, fears associated with school
• Complaints of physical symptoms prior to school
• Inability to stop the worry despite reassurance
• Experimentation with alcohol or drugs