What is School Refusal?

What is School Refusal?

When a child refuses to attend school on a regular basis, it can be devastating for parents. School refusal, sometimes referred to as school phobia or school anxiety disorder, is more than a phase. It may have an impact on a child’s future achievement and...
Help for School Refusal

Help for School Refusal

For some children, going to school can be emotionally traumatic. Their school anxiety may stem from such things as their dread of encountering a particular child or teacher, their worry about not doing well in school, or the fear of failing a test or “looking stupid.”...