Separation Anxiety Disorder
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The one who usually provides guidance on separation anxiety disorder is the child psychologist together with the psychiatrist, since it involves an excessive fear of separating from attachment figures, such as parents or caregivers. Although it is more common in childhood, it can occur at different stages of life.
How it may present:
- Intense distress when anticipating or experiencing separation
- Physical complaints such as headache or stomachache
- Reluctance to sleep alone or to attend school
When to seek support? When the distress is disproportionate, is prolonged, or interferes with routine and relationships, an evaluation is worthwhile.
A mental health professional can support both the person and the family; raising the concern during a visit is a good starting point.
Data on 18,886 doctors who treat separation anxiety disorder
Which specialist treats separation anxiety disorder?
Separation anxiety disorder should be evaluated by a psychologist, with support from a psychoanalyst, an educational psychologist, or a psychiatrist; a clinical psychology specialist or a complementary therapist may also be involved. You can book with the right specialist if your child shows intense distress when separated from caregivers. Therapy helps manage the anxiety.
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Doctors specialized in separation anxiety disorder
Dr. Ernesto Agustín Lara Benítez
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Frequently asked questions
What is separation anxiety disorder?
The one who usually provides guidance on separation anxiety disorder is the child psychologist together with the psychiatrist, since it involves an excessive fear of separating from attachment figures, such as parents or caregivers. Although it is more common in childhood, it can occur at different ...
Which doctor treats separation anxiety disorder?
Separation anxiety disorder should be evaluated by a psychologist, with support from a psychoanalyst, an educational psychologist, or a psychiatrist; a clinical psychology specialist or a complementary therapist may also be involved. You can book with the right specialist if your child shows intense distress when separated from caregivers. Therapy helps manage the anxiety.