Phobias in children are common. According to The Child Anxiety Network, 90% of children between the ages of 2-14 have at least one specific fear. The following fears are shared by many children and are considered normal:
* 0-2 years – Loud noises, strangers, separation from parents, large objects.
* 3-6 years – Imaginary things such as ghosts, monsters, the dark, sleeping alone, strange noises.
* 7-16 years – More realistic fears such as injury, illness, school performance, death, natural disasters.
If your child’s fear is not interfering with his or her daily life, then it is unlikely that treatment is needed. However, if the fear is interfering with your child’s social activities, school performance, or sleep patterns, you should seek professional help from a qualified therapist.
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