summer 2019
Fear and Anxiety
Volume XI, Number IV
Fear, one of our core emotions, is a basic part of being human. But in modern times, we often wonder if panic and anxiety are becoming more of a roadblock to thriving than an aid to surviving. In this issue, KidSpirit contributors explore the many ups and downs of being afraid.
Cover artwork by Saara Thakker, age 14
The Big Question
Is Anxiety a Way of Life for Our Generation?
by Uday Schultz
In a KidSpirit Big Question response, teen writer Uday Schultz explores the unique stressors, namely technology and social media, that account for the rise of anxiety among Generation Z, which is coming of age during the digital revolution.
Features
Fear: Humanity’s Guilty Pleasure
by Fizza Raza
In a KidSpirit Feature article, teen writer Fizza Raza explores our enjoyment of fear and taste for horror movies, Halloween, haunted houses, and roller coasters.
Interfaith Connections
To Be Me
by Satya Shaw
In a KidSpirit Interfaith Connections article, teen writer Satya Shaw reflects on how his mom's Hindu faith, his dad's secular Jewish philosophy, and his school's approach to learning have helped him face fear and anxiety.
Awesome Moments
Apprehension from Within
by Botao Ju
A Moment of Peace
by Pragya Natarajan
To My Younger Self
by Global Youth Voices
Fear and the Future
by Grace Luckett
Finding Purpose in Our Fears and Failures
by Megan Kelleher
Mental Illness In Today’s Society
by Keesha Joseph
Learning to Reach Out
by Khawaja Mustafa Shah
Be Bravely Fearful and Anxious!
by Kavya Shah
A Fresh Start
by Annalee Whitten
Media
A Review of True West
by Abraham Weitzman
A Review of My Anxious Mind
by Sofia Mesh
I slip on my bootsand slather on bug repellent.
PerSpectives
Feeling Shy? You Are Not Alone
by Jennifer Shannon, LMFT
In a KidSpirit PerSpectives article, psychotherapist Jennifer Shannon, LMFT, shares her wisdom on overcoming social anxiety.
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Art by Jaden Flach, Brooklyn