ABA Inside Track Episode 58 - School Refusal Behavior
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Jun 20, 2018 The hosts dive into the tricky topic of school refusal behavior, exploring its roots beyond mere truancy. They discuss how anxiety and emotional challenges manifest in children, emphasizing the need for tailored interventions. Insights from case studies highlight the vital role of parents and the importance of individualized assessments. The conversation also touches on effective treatment strategies and the complexities of school attendance dynamics, peppered with humorous anecdotes and real-life implications.
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Robert's School Days
- Robert discusses his own history with school refusal.
- He admits to taking mental health days and skipping school for things like frog dissection.
Diana and Jackie's School Experiences
- Diana shares that she skipped frog dissection by sitting in the hall.
- Jackie mentions never having school refusal due to enjoying crimping her hair and the attention it brought.
School Refusal vs. Absenteeism
- School refusal behavior is a subset of absenteeism, specifically concerning child-motivated refusals.
- It's distinguished from truancy, which are illegal absences often unknown to parents.
