Complete Idiot's Guide to Conquering Fear and Anxiety

or killed, may be symbolic substitutes of feared parental punishment. Try not to impose standards of behavior that are too high for your child to meet, or to be overlynegative about their behavior or accomplishments­"Only a B. I expected an A."4. Stay calm: Overreacting exacerbates your child's perception of the world as dangerous.5. Create a protective environment: Control exposure to fear­producing stimuli like scary TV programs and movies that can cause your child to become overstimulated,which encourages their behavior to get out of control.Chapters 19 through 22 explain additional ways in which you can help your children cope with their fears.Page 68