So did your son run off or do anything like that? If not then focus on that. Maybe try small things first. Like going fishing or camping or something like that. I know its cold now but maybe when its warmer go on a pontoon boat. I did that with my son last summer. Was a group of us. He did great. This past aug we did maid of the mist and walked around the new york side of niagra falls. He stayed close to the group. Roamed a bit in the park but did well with holding my hand when walking around. Start small and work your way up. When you see him doing better it will start to help the anxity. I dont know if your son is like mine but my son can feel my mood no matter how well i hide it. The more stressed i am the more he reacts. He just doesnt do it with. He feels everyones mood. Its weird lol. The calmer someone is the better he does. One big reason on big events we go with my best friend. My friend calms my son very well. I have been.working on not stressing out on events. I still remember my son at 4 at kennywood in kiddie land standing up on the one rocket ride that goes pretty high in the air. Over time the anxity should get better. Hopefully this is some what helpful.

Yes I concur. Another symptom of ADHD: They are often fearless with events that would trigger a danger alert for other children. My child is 9 and still cannot cross the street alone. She completely forgets to look both ways and would easily dart into traffic if her hand is not held.

I'm sorry I forgot to answer your question: How do you get rid of this anxiety? I still have not gotten rid of the anxiety but one thing that has been helpful is learning to take time just for me. My vice is going to the gym, dance class and taking Zumba class. My focus has been on trying to look as good as I can although father time is creeping up (I'm 53). The whole idea is if you think you look good you'll feel good (or at least feel better). Working out is something I can do during those times when I must stay home because it is one of my daughter;s extreme melt down days and as narcissistic (sorry about poor spelling) I try to work on some excersice that was difficult for me in class (helps me focus and gives me a goal). The gym is also my opportunity to see and talk to other adults. A lot of us parents with special needs children are isolated (none or limited friends or people who just don't understand our children's behavior and in my case living in a city where I have no family members). Find something that is just for you and make it a priority. You deserve it.

Isolatedmom...I"m there with you. My son is 7 and doesn't run in front of cars, but it's like he doesn't pay attention and almost walks in front of them. I think I"ve saved him from getting hit by cars about 10 times now, really close calls.

Calmmom---it sounds like you have a fear of heights and a nervous disorder. The only way to get over it, is to do exactly what you did. So everytime you go to the mountain when you are coming back you tell yourself how proud you are of yourself. Look you did it and nothing happened. You can get over your fears. Nothing is going to happen to you. You should be very proud of yourself. Good job.

I can't tell you all how much your responses mean to me.... I am so appreciative!