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Few studies have examined the association between food allergy (FA) and emotional and behavioral outcomes. Allergies during infancy have been demonstrated to significantly predict neurodevelopmental scores; in particular, FA has been associated with internalizing problems and social and emotional scores at 18 months of age. 1 Other evidence has highlighted anxiety, depression, and social difficulties in children with FA. 2 e4 FA can affect emotions through direct mechanisms, as effects on the central nervous system from biologic mediators released during allergic reactions, and indirect mechanisms including the stress of coping with FA and managing the fear of potential reactions. Indirect effects also can be mediated through caregivers, such as the effect of parents’ stress and anxiety on the child. 5 An assessment of mental health and behavior comparing youth suffering from FA with healthy youth is …