Understanding School Refusal

Understanding School Refusal

Struggling with a student who is melting down before school? Spending more time in the nurse’s office than the classroom? Afraid to interact with other students or teachers? While everyone has a rough day or two, when a child falls into a pattern of habitually avoiding or refusing school, it can heighten stress levels and indicate a deeper struggle with mental health. In four eye-opening episodes of the Understanding School Refusal podcast series, you will hear our medical experts break down the complexities of why children refuse to go to school, identify symptoms and behaviors, and share school refusal intervention strategies that educators and parents can use to work together to help kids get back to class.

Episodes

December 13, 2019 8 mins
Dr. Heather Jones shares some factors associated with school refusal, what contributes to school refusal, and how to confront your child.
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Dr. Heather Jones shares some factors associated with school refusal, what contributes to school refusal, and how to confront your child.
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June 23, 2021 12 mins
Dr. David Jacobi explains the mental health issues that could contribute to school refusal, how to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health disorders, and treatment options available to help teens deal with mental health struggles.
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June 23, 2021 8 mins
Dr. David Jacobi describes when a child or teen may need professional help for school refusal.
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