From Childhood Fears to Adult Anxieties: Understanding Anxiety Across the Lifespan

• By: Debra G. Salzman, PhD Hongmarie Martinez, PsyD Behavior Therapy Associates
• September 29th, 2025
• anxiety disorders, children and adults, cognitive behavioral therapy, coping strategies, excessive worry, Fall 2025 Issue, fear and avoidance, mental health, treatment across lifespan
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Anxiety is a universal human emotion that we all experience, both children and adults alike. In fact, it is normal to experience some anxiety and worry at times, as anxiety can be adaptive in nature and serve both as a motivator and as a means of keeping us safe. For example, anxiety can indicate...