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OP Family Readiness - May 2020

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SIGNS OF STRESS IN CHILDREN It is a concern if you notice a significant difference or a change in a child's usual pattern of behaviour. For example, a quiet or shy child may become withdrawn, or a normally outgoing and active child may become aggressive. If some of the behaviours listed occur more frequently it is usually a sign that a child is experiencing difficulty. BODY MIND FEELINGS BEHAVIOUR ▪ Tense muscles ▪ Headache ▪ Stomach-ache ▪ Shallow breathing ▪ Rapid heartbeat ▪ Dry mouth ▪ Cold, sweating palms ▪ Skin rash ▪ Eyes dart back and forth ▪ Clenched jaw ▪ Tense face ▪ Disturbed sleep ▪ Fatigue ▪ Illness ▪ Shaky ▪ Poor concentration ▪ Whirling mind ▪ Forgetful ▪ Less creative ▪ Difficulty problem solving ▪ Not spontaneous ▪ Easily distracted ▪ Confused ▪ Irrational ▪ Intense feelings ▪ Withdrawn ▪ Fearful ▪ Anxious ▪ Frustrated ▪ Sad ▪ Angry ▪ Overwhelmed ▪ Panicky ▪ Overly sensitive ▪ Irritable ▪ Helpless ▪ Hopeless ▪ Threatened ▪ Overexcited ▪ Whining ▪ Clinging ▪ Poor listening ▪ Biting ▪ Kicking ▪ Crying ▪ Hair twisting ▪ Thumb sucking ▪ Nail biting ▪ Day dreaming ▪ Fighting with friends and family ▪ Restless ▪ Jumpy ▪ Impulsive ▪ Cautious ▪ Poor school performance ▪ Lack of appetite ▪ Eating more than usual

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