Today many children develop Anxiety Disorders. It is always wise to see your Doctor and get the help of trained people who specialize in treating children.
We have, however put a leaflet together which may help parents or carers.A phobia is actually a “fear of fear” because sufferers are not really frightened of any particular place, situation’ object or animal although, children tend to believe that there really is something to be frightened of.
Sufferers are really frightened of the feelings of fear that they experience when faced with their “trigger” situation. They know that there is no real danger but are unable to fully convince themselves that everything will be perfectly safe.
Read more on nopanic.org.uk