What If Your Child Refuses to go to School?

National Public Radio recently highlighted a study that examines chronic absenteeism known as “school refusal,” which may be triggered by anxiety, depression, and/or a family crisis. It can lead to weeks or even months of missed school days. There are estimates that anxiety-based school refusal affects 2% to 5% of school-age children. It is often triggered when students are transitioning into middle or high school. As the anxiety increases, getting out of bed in the morning can be a chore and some may suffer physical symptoms such as stomach aches. The cause of school refusal is different for every child.   Click Here . . .