School Avoidance: Early Warning Signs to Look For
“Why do I need to go back to school? I did better in remote learning anyway. Can I just stay home one more day? I promise I will go tomorrow. I really do not feel well, I cannot go to school today.”
Understanding School Refusal Behavior
The last 18 months of highly modified school days have provided welcome relief for students who present with School Refusing Behavior (SRB). However, school professionals know that this respite did no...
School Refusal Interventions: 3 Common Mistakes
Effectively managing school refusal (also known as school avoidance or school phobia) takes a consistent, coordinated effort between the parents and the school. It may also require help from outside m...
PODCAST: Strategies for Handling School Avoidance
“Strategies for Handling School Avoidance” Conversations About Student Mental Health Christopher J. Leonard, MSW, LCSW, M.ED Audio Player 00:00 00:00 00:00 Use Up/Down Arrow keys to increase or decrea...
Tips for Taking Charge of School Refusal
By Zack Schwartz, MSW, LCSW, PsyA | Director of Thrive Services