Anxiety and School
How To Deal With Back-to-School Worries! Below are some general strategies parents can use to deal with back-to-school worries, followed by a schedule leading up to the first day of school. LOOK AFTER THE BASICS. Nobody copes well when they are tired or hungry. Anxious children often forget to eat, don’t feel hungry, and don’t get enough sleep. Provide frequent and nutritious snacks for your child.During this time, you also need to build in regular routines, so that life is more predictable for your child. These routines can involve the morning and bedtime habits, as well as eating schedules. ENCOURAGE YOUR CHILD TO SHARE HIS OR HER FEARS. Ask your child what is making him or her worried. Tell your child that it is normal to have concerns. Before and during the first few weeks of school, set up a regular time and place to talk. Some children feel most comfortable in a private space with your undivided attention (such as right before bed, or during mealtime). Teens o...