Experts believe that fostering independence in dogs can ease separation anxiety for both pets and their owners. Training dogs to handle time apart from their humans is crucial, starting as early ...
Separation anxiety is when someone fears being apart from or losing a person or other attachment figure. Adults can experience separation anxiety, although it is more common in children.
Separation anxiety in preschoolers during the first day of school is common, but parents can help by discussing school positively, establishing goodbye rituals, and building trust with teachers.