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SUMMARY:From Absence to Attendance: Strategies for Managing School Avoidance
DESCRIPTION:School avoidance is rarely just about missing class—it is often a signal of deeper emotional distress. Join Kimberly Wolsey & Cody Holmes from the OCD & Anxiety Centers for an insightful discussion on recognizing the warning signs of debilitating OCD\, anxiety\, and related disorders in children and teens. We will explore the underlying causes behind school refusal\, identify critical warning signs that signal it’s time to seek professional care\, and share actionable strategies to help students transition successfully back into the classroom. \nHere is what we plan on talking about: \nRecognizing the Difference: Distinguishing between standard school reluctance and severe anxiety\, OCD\, or panic-driven avoidance (e.g.\, somatic complaints like stomachaches\, excessive reassurance-seeking\, or extreme distress during morning routines). \nUnderstanding the “Why”: Exploring fear of failure\, social anxiety\, fear of vomiting/illness (emetophobia)\, separation anxiety\, or complex OCD compulsions that make school environments feel unsafe. \nKnowing When to Seek Professional Help: Identifying red flags such as prolonged absences\, severe family disruption\, falling academic performance\, or worsening mental health symptoms. \nActionable Next Steps & Resources: Connecting families with specialized evidence-based care (such as Exposure and Response Prevention [ERP] and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy [CBT]) and leveraging school accommodations.
URL:https://utahparentcenter.org/event/from-absence-to-attendance-strategies-for-managing-school-avoidance/
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