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School Anxiety

 

For some children and teenager’s, attending school can become increasingly difficult due to anxiety, social pressures, academic stress or emotional challenges.

Signs of school anxiety may include:

  • Refusing to attend school.

  • Frequent illness before school.

  • Emotional distress around school attendance.

  • Difficulty separating from parents.

  • Social anxiety.

  • Reduced confidence.

 

School anxiety can be distressing for both children and parents.

How Play Therapy Can Help:

 

Play Therapy and therapeutic support for teenager’s  can support children to:

  • Explore their worries.

  • Build confidence.

  • Develop coping strategies.

  • Improve emotional wellbeing.

  • Reduce anxiety associated with school.

Contact us today for an informal discussion on how we can support.

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