Distúrbios da ansiedade em crianças e o papel do enfermeiro

Abstract

Childhood anxiety is recognized as one of the most frequent mental disorders in early life, significantly affecting children’s emotional, social, and cognitive development. Many anxious manifestations remain underestimated in healthcare services, which contributes to delayed diagnosis and potential harm to overall child development. Objective: to identify the nurse’s role in the care of children with anxiety disorders. Methodology: this is a bibliographic research study, of a basic nature and qualitative approach. Results: the findings showed that nurses play a central role in the early identification of anxiety symptoms, in providing humanized care, in guiding families, and in coordinating actions with multidisciplinary teams. Among the most commonly used resources are therapeutic play, health education, and integrative practices, which help reduce anxiety levels and promote child well-being. Final considerations: continuous professional training and the strengthening of humanized care are essential elements for improving nursing practice and supporting healthy child development.