There are various reasons for anxiety in an anxious child. Some of these can be trauma, birth history, family issues and retained primitive reflexes and any of these can cause anxiety for a child. However, one of the most common reasons is that the Moro reflex has not been integrated.
How does the Moro Reflex link to an anxious child?
This reflex holds the child in a fight and flight response which makes the child feel anxious or suffer from anxiety. The reflex has to cover all eventualities so the child’s sympathetic hormonal and neurological response is activated, preparing the body to protect itself. It is the reflex that allows the body to take the first breath of life automatically. The Moro Reflex should be integrated between 4 – 5 months and my present as any of the following symptoms;
- Hyperactivity;
- Extreme sensitivity to sudden movement, noise or light
- Difficulty getting to or staying asleep
- Impulsive or destructive behaviour
- Inappropriate response to a situation
- Food sensitivities
- Emotional and social immaturity
- Unable to relax
If the Moro reflex persists beyond three to six months of age you may see displays of uncontrollable overreaction as it continues to override higher centre decision making.
How can the Child Centre method help?
The Child Centre Method is a “systematic integrated programme that allows the practitioner to firstly identify the individual challenges that each child/client faces and secondly, to create a unique program for that individual.” By training to use this unique and effective holistic therapy you will be able to help children to integrate primitive reflexes. As a result, the child will be more emotionally stable, calmer, and happier. To find out more click on full course training or book to train to.
