Fear and Anxiety—Behavioral Issues in Child Care and Schools
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All children experience fear and anxiety at times. Fear of real and perceived danger will continue to protect children throughout the life span. Many fears and anxieties emerge from growing cognitive abilities and are part of typical development. Children’s fear is real and requires responsive caregiving. Developmentally rooted fears (eg, stranger anxiety) will typically dissipate as children grow.