This chapter delves into the challenges faced by children with ADHD and autism who avoid or refuse school, providing advice on fostering a supportive school culture and implementing appropriate consequences. Strategies for parents, educators, and therapists are shared to address underlying causes and develop tailored support plans. Tips on helping students build self-image, supporting college students with ADHD, and managing school avoidance during the COVID-19 pandemic are also discussed.
From elementary through high school, absenteeism is growing. Alana Cooperman, LCSW, discusses the underlying anxiety that often propels this behavior, how it can present differently, and evidence-based strategies to support students with school refusal behaviors.
School Avoidance & ADHD: More Resources
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