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\t\t\t\t\t\tSummer storms can bring more than thunder and lightning, and they often cause anxiety in children, adults, and even pets. Children often fear noise and uncertainty. For children, that fear can stem from noise or uncertainty. \u201cThe scariest thing is the noise,\u201d said one child. Another child added: “When lightning and thunder are seconds apart.” Even though children know what to do during a storm, it doesn’t necessarily make them less anxious. \u201cI hug things,\u201d one child said. Another child shared, “I crawl under the covers with my cat because she calms me down.” And the third child said, “I’m going to hug my stuffed animal.” Adults can also experience anxiety Adults also experience storm-related anxiety, but this is often coupled with concerns about property damage and safety. \u201cYou get a little nervous about property damage and safety,\u201d said Tom, an educator. He explained how his reactions affect others, saying, “It causes a little bit of anxiety in me. As an educator, I try to do it for the benefit of my students and to keep them calm.” Experts explain when fear becomes anxiety Psychologist Karen Manmau explained that anxiety is a natural reaction, but also noted the difference between normal fear and real anxiety. “So real anxiety can paralyze you, cause you to have panic attacks and nausea, and you don’t want to leave the house.” Calming techniques can help during storms To manage anxiety during storms, Mamou recommended calming techniques. “Some people find it a grounding exercise.” She also emphasized the importance of parental responsiveness, saying, “Kids are trying to take cues from us as parents, too. Just giving them the OK to be scared and to be safe at the same time.” Pets also need comfort and security. Pets can also experience increased stress during storms. “Pets can hear low frequencies, feel changes in air pressure, and even feel static electricity before a storm hits,” said Heather Hutt, manager of the Delaware County Golden Retriever Sanctuary. To keep your pet calm, experts suggest keeping the lights on and closing curtains and blinds to protect against lightning. “Just be calm and reassure your dog. It’s okay to pet, hug, and sit with your dog during a storm,” experts say. Storms are a part of life, but with preparation, understanding, and reassurance, everyone – children, adults, and pets – can weather them together.\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
Summer storms can bring more than thunder and lightning, and they often cause anxiety in children, adults, and even pets. <\/p>\n
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For children, fear can stem from noise or uncertainty.<\/p>\n
One child said, “The scariest thing is the noise.”<\/p>\n
Another added: “When lightning and thunder are seconds apart.” <\/p>\n
Even if children know what to do during a storm, anxiety does not necessarily go away.<\/p>\n
\u201cI hug something,\u201d one child said.<\/p>\n
Another person shared, “I’m in bed with my cat because he calms me down.”<\/p>\n
A third person said, “Hugging a stuffed animal.” <\/p>\n
Adults also experience storm-related anxiety, often coupled with property damage and safety concerns.<\/p>\n
\u201cI started getting a little nervous about property damage and safety,\u201d says Tom, an educator.<\/p>\n
He explained how his reactions affect others, saying, “It causes a little bit of anxiety in me. As an educator, I try to hide it for the benefit of my students and to make sure they stay calm.” <\/p>\n
Psychologist Karen Manmau explained that anxiety is a natural reaction, but also noted the difference between normal fear and real anxiety.<\/p>\n
“The main thing that concerns me is how much it interferes with my daily life,” she says. “So real anxiety can paralyze you, cause you to have panic attacks and nausea, and you don’t want to leave the house.” <\/p>\n
To deal with anxiety during storms, Mammau recommended calming techniques.<\/p>\n
“It’s very important to calm yourself during such events,” she said. \u201cSome people find grounding exercises.\u201d<\/p>\n
She also emphasized the importance of parental responses, saying, “Children will also take direction from us as parents. We just give them the OK to be scared and at the same time give them the OK that it’s safe.” <\/p>\n
Pets can also experience increased stress during storms.<\/p>\n
“They can hear low frequencies, they can feel pressure changes, and they can even feel static electricity before a storm hits,” said Heather Hutt, manager of the Delaware County Golden Retriever Sanctuary. <\/p>\n
To keep your pet calm, experts suggest keeping the lights on and closing curtains and blinds to protect against lightning.<\/p>\n
“Just stay calm and reassure your dog. It’s okay to pet, hug, and sit with your dog during a storm,” experts say. <\/p>\n
Storms are a part of life, but with preparation, understanding, and reassurance, everyone – children, adults, and pets – can weather them together.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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