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Holiday anxiety affects kids, too: Tips on how parents can manage it

This time of year can be very busy and stressful, and not just for adults.
A child experiences anxiety. (Elva Etienne/Getty Images)

The most wonderful time of the year is busy and stressful for many people, including kids. 

Even though we think the holidays should be joyful and relaxing, both adults and kids can experience a lot of anxiety this time of year.

Clinical psychologist is the director of the pediatric anxiety disorders,” out this spring. He shares tips on how to lower holiday anxiety for kids. 

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