an act, instance, or occasion of slumping:The economy is in a prolonged slump. a period during which a person performs ineffectively:The team is in a slump after having lost its last six games.
Common Causes of Childhood Stress. The source of anxiety and stress in children can be something external, such as a problem at school, changes in the family, or a conflict with a friend. Anxious feelings can also be caused by a child's internal feelings and pressures, such as wanting to do well in school or fit in with peers.
1 Generally, those changes affect sex hormones, such as estrogen and testosterone, indicating that the two hormones may contribute to anxiety. 2  Studies on rates appear to confirm this belief. 3  Thyroid Hormone An overactive thyroid can also cause a significant problem with anxiety, and is very likely to cause panic attacks.ithout hormones, your body may not produce the right amount of neurotransmitters, and anxiety may be the result. That said, some examples of hormones that may contribute to anxiety include: 1  Stress Hormones (Cortisol) Cortisol and anxiety have a cyclical relationship.