Articles related to "School Refusal"

School refusal behavior is different from truancy in that is is a recognized form of anxiety disorder in children and adolescents.

School refusal or school avoidance is a serious emotional problem that needs to be handled sensitively by parents.

Students who skip classes regularly could be suffering from a wide range of mental health disorders, or may simply feel unsafe at school.

Students with Asperger syndrome (AS) are targets for bullies in school. Effective strategies can help teachers recognize signs and put a stop to the teasing and bullying.

Kids with SAD can be shy and withdrawn in a classroom setting, especially during noisy, chaotic holiday activities. Interventions at these times are essential.

No one should have to put up with bullying. Know the warning signs of a child being bullied and learn how parents and children can tackle the problem.

Parents can ease the worries of starting school by being supportive and providing as much information as possible about school life to their children.

While classroom management is best left in the hands of teachers, parental involvement is crucial in improving teacher-child relationships.