It’s back to school season. Typically that hectic time of year of new shoes, backpacks, pencil cases, water bottles and bulk peanut-free snacks. Typically, a transitional time of year when families used to look forward to school resuming at summer’s end. But this year things are anything but typical. This year, parents are frantically searching for breathable face masks, hand wipes and gallons of sanitizer. This year, back-to-school season is packing a powerful emotional punch - of anxiety - and parents are getting hit hard.
Read MoreStarting or returning to school can be a fun, exciting, and anxious experience. Worries about school are normal and common but for some children, teens, and parents. But, too much worrying can cause a child to avoid making friends, attending class, or completing assignments and tests. When this begins to happen, here are some tips for parents.
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