School Avoidance Alliance

School Avoidance Alliance believes chronic absenteeism could be part of a much larger problem where anxiety and mental health issues force students to stay home. msn.com/en-us/health/o… Learn how to support your child: schoolavoidance.org #truancy #schoolavoidance

The back-to-school season has many parents struggling with "school refusal": a growing problem of school avoidance. cbsnews.com/newyork/news/s… Join our master class and peer group for the support you need: schoolavoidance.org #schoolavoidance #truancy

People who are unfamiliar with school avoidance might say it’s not uncommon for kids to play hooky occasionally. "No one really understood school refusal back then—and they still don’t." edweek.org/leadership/wha… Get the information that you need: schoolavoidance.org

What to do, and not do, when your child won’t go to school: an increasingly common behavioral issue for which it’s important to understand the reason for the avoidance, not make home more attractive than school, and get help. washingtonpost.com/parenting/2022… More: schoolavoidance.org

Many students are missing school completely, and the number of chronically absent students — defined as those who miss 10 percent or more of the school year — has increased with roughly 13.6 million students chronically absent. edsurge.com/news/2023-09-1… schoolavoidance.org

"I would describe it as hell," recalls Jane Demsky, until a psychiatrist told her about a condition that affects a growing number of students with severe anxiety: school avoidance. "It was almost like a revelation." eu.usatoday.com/in-depth/news/… Learn more at schoolavoidance.org

Identifying and supporting children with the math learning challenge dyscalculia requires patience and persistence, but by recognizing the signs and implementing effective strategies, a supportive environment can be created. For more details: schoolavoidance.org/decoding-dysca… #dyscalculia

When you have a child w/ school avoidance, the morning school drop off line is a nightmare. What do you do? Listen

Understanding the signs of Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is crucial for early recognition and intervention. By familiarizing yourself with these behaviors, you can better navigate the complexities of PDA. Learn more in our master class: schoolavoidance.org/unveiling-path… #pda

Teenage anxiety is a complex and multifaceted issue, but by understanding the various ways in which anxiety manifests itself and implementing effective coping strategies, teenagers can learn to manage their anxiety. Learn more: schoolavoidance.org/unveiling-the-… #anxiety #schoolavoidance

Supporting a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance in returning to school needs a multifaceted approach including professional support when needed. Join our master class and peer group for the support you need. schoolavoidance.org/navigating-pat… #pda #schoolavoidance

The anxiety/avoidance cycle can feel insurmountable. With the right support and resources, it is possible to break free. Our experts specialize in evidence-based treatments. Join our master class to learn more and get the support you need: schoolavoidance.org/unraveling-anx… #anxiety

Creating culturally responsive support systems is essential to ensure that all families have access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. Learn more about breaking down stereotypes and empowering families in marginalized communities. schoolavoidance.org/breaking-down-…

Through collaboration, schools and parents can work together to make use of their strengths and resources to provide support, guidance, and opportunities to students. Join us for in our master class and peer group to get the support that you need. schoolavoidance.org/breaking-down-…

Exposure therapy has emerged as a powerful tool to combat school avoidance. Exposure therapy has a well-defined set of steps to build skills to cope with children's avoidance behavior and safety strategies. Learn how to support your child: schoolavoidance.org/breaking-the-c… #truancy

Tantrums and meltdowns are complex manifestations of children’s emotional struggles, while strategies for coping are just some ways that caregivers can support children and help them build resilience. To learn more about these coping strategies: schoolavoidance.org/navigating-tan…

School Avoidance: learn how to take a proactive approach to avoid passing anxiety onto your children by creating a supportive environment with stable routines and open communication, and seeking help when necessary. Join us to learn more and get support. schoolavoidance.org/strategies-to-…

Chronic Absenteeism: Truancy? School avoidance, withdrawal, exclusion? Life circumstances? Get educated, find the cause(s), approach w/empathy, & address w/best practices-it works! We look at the complexities and share proven strategies to get kids back. schoolavoidance.org/bridging-the-g…

School Avoidance - One aspect that doesn’t get enough attention is the blame placed on parents. Blaming parents unfairly creates an us vs. them dynamic that hurts the child. Join our master class and peer group for the support you need. schoolavoidance.org/feel-safe-and-… #parentsupport

@ADDitudeMag great resource for ADD-ADHD families. Appreciate them covering school avoidance & graciously sharing our resources. Please join the webinar. Registration link, below for next Tuesday, Jan 9th. I'll be on @childmindinst additudemag.com/webinar/school…