Angststörungen bei Kindern und Jugendlichen

This article focuses on the presence of anxiety disorders in children and adolescents. Following an introduction, the classification, symptoms, epidemiology, and interventions are discussed. Finally, practical tips for dealing with children and adolescents with anxiety, e.g., in a dental practice, are given. The aim of the article is to raise awareness of the presence of anxiety disorders in children and adolescents, together with an explanation of the most common anxiety disorders in this age group.