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by Lmhc Maria Shkreli (Author)
Transitioning from elementary to middle school can trigger stressful emotions in anxious kids. They are now solely responsible for homework, will meet new people, and will share the halls with older students. Additionally, they have to contend with puberty, hormones, drama, being dropped from their elementary school friend groups, fitting in, bullying, and peer pressure. All of this can be incredibly daunting, especially for an anxious kid. Anxiety surfaces and magnifies at different stages in life, and middle school has a full array of triggers. Parents also struggle during this unfamiliar, challenging stage, which adds to the anxiety.
Author Biography
Maria Shkreli is a licensed Mental Health Therapist practicing in Pleasantville, New York. In addition to being an LMHC, Maria has a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy and Certification in Cognitive Behavior Therapy. Through her works, which includes, The Simplified NCMHCE Study Guide and Help! My Anxious Middle Schooler, she focuses on helping adolescents, teens, couples, and families address anxiety, stress, communication issues, and emotional conflict. Learn more about her focus and works addressing overcoming bullying, building social skills, establishing self-esteem, navigating social pressures and school concerns, and more by checking out her book today! Help! My Anxious Middle Schooler.
