Small Steps Anxiety Program

Small Steps is a free anxiety awareness program for NSW primary school teachers and parents

Did you know?

•  An anxiety disorder affects one in ten children

•  Anxiety impacts on a child's social, family and school life

•  Early intervention may assist in preventing
  the onset of more serious problems including depression and substance abuse in adolescence

•  Children with anxiety are generally not disruptive in class or at home

•  Anxiety disorders can be resolved with timely information, care, treatment and support

  Presentations last between one-two hours and cover: !

•  The difference between normal anxiety and anxiety disorders

•  Types of anxiety disorders

•  Signs and symptoms of anxiety disorders

•  Our free Small Steps presentations involve:

•  A visual presentation by a speaker from Mental Health Association NSW

•  Reference materials and information

•  A recommended reading list

•  A Question and Answer session

Small Steps

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When and Where

co-ordinated by The Mental Health Association NSW with the support of NSW Health and Centacare