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Ask Deb · Jul 22, 2026

Ask Deb : My Child Is Afraid of Making Mistakes, Gets Frustrated & Won't Leave My Side

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Deborah McPhilemy · Ask Deb

Welcome to Ask Deb, where I answer real parenting and emotional intelligence questions from parents just like you.

In today’s episode, we explore four common concerns that many families face:

💛 Why is my daughter so terrified of making mistakes?
💛 My son becomes extremely frustrated when things don’t go the way he planned.
💛 My daughter wants me with her all the time. Is it separation anxiety?
💛 My son has become very quiet since starting secondary school. Should I be worried?

Together we’ll look beneath the behaviour to understand what your child may be feeling, why they’re reacting the way they are, and practical ways you can respond with confidence, empathy and emotional intelligence.

If you’ve ever wondered what your child’s behaviour is really trying to tell you, this episode is for you.

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With much love
Deb x

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