How do I handle my own anxiety about the results? 

Parenting Perspective 

A Diagnosis Does Not Define Your Child 

Feeling anxious while waiting for assessment results is completely natural. You care deeply about your child and want what is best for them. It may help to remind yourself that a diagnosis, if it comes, does not define who your child is or who you are as a parent. It simply gives you a clearer picture of what your child needs to feel understood and supported. 

Stay Grounded and Talk to Someone You Trust 

Try to keep your mind grounded in the present instead of imagining every possible outcome. Talk to a trusted friend or family member who will listen without judgement. Sometimes saying your worries out loud can lighten the weight on your shoulders. Focus on what you can control right now, giving your child calm routines, kind attention and plenty of small moments of connection each day. 

Practice Gentle Self-Care 

Gentle breathing, writing down your thoughts or spending time outdoors can help ease anxious feelings.³ If you start to feel overwhelmed, make a simple plan. Write down any questions you want to ask the professionals and remind yourself that you do not have to face this alone. 

Be kind to yourself during this time. Your worry comes from how much you love and care for your child, and that love will always be your greatest strength. Trust that whatever the results are, you will be ready to take the next steps together. 

Spiritual Insight 

Islam reminds us that every worry is known by Allah Almighty, and that He never leaves the heart that turns to Him empty-handed. Anxiety about your child’s results can feel like a heavy weight, but you are not meant to carry it alone. 

Allah Almighty states in the noble Quran at Surah Ash-Sharh (94), Verses 5–6: 

‘For indeed, with hardship [will be] ease. Indeed, with hardship [will be] ease. ‘

This Ayah gives hope that alongside every difficulty, Allah Almighty provides comfort, sometimes in unexpected ways. 

It is recorded in Sunan Ibn Majah, Hadith 3862, that holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ stated: 

‘The Dua of the parent for his child will be answered. ‘

This Hadith Shareef reminds you that your heartfelt prayers are powerful and never wasted. Make sincere Dua for strength, for calmness of mind, and for whatever outcome will bring the most benefit and Barakah for your child’s future. Release what you cannot control into Allah Almighty’s hands, knowing He is Al-Wakeel, the best disposer of affairs. Let your anxiety become a reason to draw closer to Him through trust and gratitude for what you have now. May this worry transform into Sabr and Tawakkul and may every step you take open doors of goodness for you and your family.