This chapter delves into the reasons behind school avoidance and refusal, including anxiety triggered by various factors like academic challenges, bullying, trauma, and family issues. It underscores the crucial role of parents, teachers, and mental health professionals in providing necessary support to address anxiety-related absenteeism.
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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