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Anxiety, School Refusal, & Defiance: 5 Strategies That Work

Calm Parenting Podcast

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Normalize Anxiety, Don't Pathologize It

Anxiety is a common and natural response, especially in new situations such as starting a new school. Rather than immediately resorting to therapy, which may reinforce anxiety, it's crucial for adults to acknowledge children's feelings as normal. Dismissing their emotions or overemphasizing them can exacerbate anxiety. Instead, parents should provide reassurance without projecting their own anxieties, fostering a more conducive environment for children to navigate their feelings. Validating a child's anxiety as a typical reaction can help alleviate their distress.

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