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Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse

Independence may be the key to reducing anxiety in childhood, new research shows - but how do you give a child independence?

Independent child running through a field of flowers .

New research has revealed the damning effects a lack of independence can have on children, with experts sharing that simply giving children more freedom can help them to grow into less anxious adults. 

Kids' mental health is a hugely important topic to tackle as a parent. Whether it's by learning how to talk to children about their mental health and, in turn, get them talking to you about their emotions, or by educating yourself on the subtle ways your child expresses anxiety and the natural remedies that can treat anxiety, it's important that all parents take steps to ensure their kids' mental health is in a good state. 

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