I am the one with issues. This is new for kid......

Yesterday my 14 yo daughter came home from school because she was not feeling good. When I asked her about it - she told me she was having anxiety and a panic attack.

I do believe she had an anxiety thing going on.

??? Do you think it is just her age?? Is this just a 14yo thing? Or could it be genetic?

She does know that I have anxiety issues, but I am confident she is not using this for attention or anything like that.....

Thoughts??

[SeekerOfLife]

Hello fellow traveler of life. The teen years are hard (understatement). Anxiety from time to time in life seems to be the norm. If you have anxiety, you can certainly relate to how she feels. Are you a good listener? (I think you are). Let her know you are there for her--to listen; to not judge; ready to help; ready to comfort. Pardon me for saying so.....she may be so used to seeing how you react that she is reacting the same way without really thinking( i.e. you showed her how to react even though you did not realize it). If you and your family jump on this, she can get the victory early instead of having an almost lifelong struggle with emotional issues. Best wishes to you and your family.

[izzyfg2000]

I totally agree with seeker. Listen to her and support her. Being a teenager myself, I know all too well what it's like to be growing up in society today, so it isnt too much of a surprise to see others who are going through the same hardships. I have picked up some of my behaviors from my mother. We're both anxious perfectionists. I'm not sure if your daughter got it from you, but even if she did, don't worry about that, but worry about her well being and about how she's doing in life.

[hannabee]

I don't have panic attacks but I would assume they are brought on by something? Good she told you and I think you need to ask more questions. At that age my oldest daughter had a great deal of issues going on at school that I was not aware of until she became a truant. Early intervention would seem best to me.

Thank you all for your input.

Her and I are VERY close - so we have already talked about this a bit. And I will continue to keep an eye on it without trying to make her feel "pressure".

[11losin_it_all11]

Like everyone said, support her. However, also make it clear to her that if she needs more help, you can seek professional aid. Now, I'm kicking myself as I say this because I realize health care is not free all over the world but it's just my suggestion. If it's in your budget or you live where it's free, just offer it.

[not quite right]

I have suffered from panic attack since early childhood. My 8 year old son is recently started having severe attacks & I'm certain that is unfortunately hereditary. All you can do is seek proper help & give all the love & support you can. Hoping for the best for you both

[jblue]

Originally Posted by Useless Me

I am the one with issues. This is new for kid......

Yesterday my 14 yo daughter came home from school because she was not feeling good. When I asked her about it - she told me she was having anxiety and a panic attack.

I do believe she had an anxiety thing going on.

??? Do you think it is just her age?? Is this just a 14yo thing? Or could it be genetic?

She does know that I have anxiety issues, but I am confident she is not using this for attention or anything like that.....

Thoughts??

Its a tough time for kids at this age. i have been through it. be supportive and non-judgmental. I wish you the best