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a quiet or shy child may become withdrawn, or a normally outgoing and active child may become aggressive.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▪ Withdrawn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