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Anxiety Relief Toolkit: Calming Products, Kids' Worry Books, Better Sleep & Free Support
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items Everyday tools people search for when worry, racing thoughts or restless nights take over: practical anxiety workbooks, books that explain worry to kids, calming bedroom upgrades, quiet grounding tools for school and work, and free support lines and ...
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For Anxious Kids & Teens
Calmer Nights & Better Sleep
Daily Calm Habits
Free Support & Apps
Books & Workbooks
Racing thoughts and worry that won't switch off? The DARE Workbook by Barry McDonagh gives step-by-step exercises for anxious moments. Tip: practice the steps on calm days first.
DARE Workbook: New Brave Tools to End Anxiety
Want a calm, reassuring read about nerves? Hope and Help for Your Nerves by Claire Weekes is a classic, plain-language guide to anxious feelings. Tip: keep it by your bed for hard nights.
Hope and Help for Your Nerves: End Anxiety Now
For Anxious Kids & Teens
Child who worries about everything? What to Do When You Worry Too Much is a kid-friendly workbook with simple tools for anxious thoughts. Tip: do one short chapter together each week.
What to Do When You Worry Too Much, 2nd Ed
Hard to explain anxiety to a young child? Hey Warrior by Karen Young shows kids what happens in their brain when they feel scared, in simple words. Tip: read it before a big new event.
Hey Warrior
Need a quiet, hidden grounding tool? These textured sensory strips stick on a phone case or desk so you can run a finger over them when nervous. Tip: great for teens at school.
48pcs Sensory Stickers for Anxiety Relief
Kid nervous about school or doctor visits? These soft textured worry stones fit in a pocket for rubbing when they feel uneasy. Tip: let your child pick their favorite color.
Fidget Toys Sensory Stone 6 Pack for Kids
Calmer Nights & Better Sleep
Restless at night and can't settle down? Many people find the gentle pressure of the YnM 15 lb weighted blanket cozy and calming. Tip: pick about 10 percent of your body weight.
YnM Weighted Blanket 15lbs 60x80 Queen
Scrolling your phone in bed with a busy mind? The Hatch Restore 3 replaces it with a wind-down routine, soothing sounds and a sunrise alarm. Tip: leave your phone charging in another room.
Hatch Restore 3 - Sleep Audio & Lighting (Putty)
Want your bedroom to feel calmer? The ASAKUKI 500ml diffuser fills the room with mist and a soft light, with an auto shut-off. Tip: try lavender at bedtime as part of a wind-down routine.
ASAKUKI 500ML Essential Oil Diffuser
Doom-scrolling before bed? The Kindle Paperwhite lets you read with a warm, glare-free light and no social media pinging. Tip: borrow library ebooks free with Libby.
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite 16GB 7" Glare-Free Black
Daily Calm Habits
Mind stuck on what could go wrong? The Five Minute Journal guides you to write 3 good things each morning and night, shifting focus. Tip: keep it and a pen on your nightstand.
Intelligent Change Five Minute Journal - Daily Gratitude & Reflection
Overwhelmed by noise in crowds or at night? Loop Quiet 2 reusable earplugs soften sound so you can rest or focus. Tip: try the different tip sizes to find a comfy fit.
Loop Quiet 2 Ear Plugs - Reusable Sleep Protection
Free Support & Apps
Anxiety feels like too much right now? Call or text 988 any time for free, confidential support from a trained counselor, or chat online. Tip: save 988 in your phone contacts.
988 Lifeline
Want trustworthy info on anxiety? The Anxiety and Depression Association of America has free articles, webinars and a therapist directory. Tip: check its free online support community.
Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA | Anxiety and Depression Association of America, ADAA
Want an anxiety app that's actually free? MindShift CBT from Anxiety Canada has free tools for worry, panic and sleep, with no ads. Tip: try the daily check-in and belief experiments.
Anxiety Canada Resources Mindshift CBT
Not sure where to start getting help? The NAMI HelpLine offers free info, support and local referrals for you or a loved one. Tip: you can call, text or chat on weekdays.
NAMI HelpLine