This article was co-authored by Asa Don Brown, PhD, DNCCM, FAAETS and by wikiHow staff writer, Jessica Gibson. Dr. Asa Don Brown is a Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience. He specializes in working with families, children, and couples, treating a variety of psychological disorders, trauma, and abuse. Dr. Brown has specialized in negotiation and profiling. He is also a prolific author having published three books and numerous articles in magazines, journals, and popular publications. Dr. Brown earned a BS in Theology and Religion with a minor in Marketing and an MS in Counseling with a specialization in Marriage and Family from The University of Great Falls. Furthermore, he received a PhD in Psychology with a specialization in Clinical Psychology from Capella University. He is also a candidate for a Masters of Liberal Arts through Harvard University. Dr. Brown is a Fellow of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and a Diplomate for the National Center for Crisis Management and continues to serve a number of psychological and scientific boards.
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Getting a child with separation anxiety to go to school can be a huge emotional struggle. It's totally natural for kids of any age to feel distressed when they head to school. Fortunately, there are lots of things you can do to make the transition to the classroom a lot easier for them. In this article, we'll give you the tools you need to reassure and support your child so the drop-off is no longer a challenge.
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QuestionHow do you deal with a struggling child with separation anxiety?Asa Don Brown, PhD, DNCCM, FAAETSDr. Asa Don Brown is a Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience. He specializes in working with families, children, and couples, treating a variety of psychological disorders, trauma, and abuse. Dr. Brown has specialized in negotiation and profiling. He is also a prolific author having published three books and numerous articles in magazines, journals, and popular publications. Dr. Brown earned a BS in Theology and Religion with a minor in Marketing and an MS in Counseling with a specialization in Marriage and Family from The University of Great Falls. Furthermore, he received a PhD in Psychology with a specialization in Clinical Psychology from Capella University. He is also a candidate for a Masters of Liberal Arts through Harvard University. Dr. Brown is a Fellow of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress and a Diplomate for the National Center for Crisis Management and continues to serve a number of psychological and scientific boards.
Clinical PsychologistRemind your child that they are safe and create an emergency contact list: make sure that your child is aware that those who are providing him an education have your immediate contact information. Ask your child to discuss any fears that may be associated with either returning to school or starting school. Do your best to place an emphasis on the idea that your child may create new friendships.
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- ↑ https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/children-and-young-adults/advice-for-parents/anxiety-in-children/
- ↑ https://www.saratogausd.org/cms/lib/CA01902749/Centricity/Domain/798/SEPARATION%20ANXIETY%20TIPS.docx.pdf
- ↑ https://raisingchildren.net.au/babies/behaviour/common-concerns/separation-anxiety
- ↑ https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/children-and-young-adults/advice-for-parents/anxiety-in-children/
- ↑ https://www.unicef.org/parenting/child-care/managing-child-separation-anxiety
- ↑ https://raisingchildren.net.au/babies/behaviour/common-concerns/separation-anxiety
- ↑ https://www.saratogausd.org/cms/lib/CA01902749/Centricity/Domain/798/SEPARATION%20ANXIETY%20TIPS.docx.pdf
- ↑ https://www.saratogausd.org/cms/lib/CA01902749/Centricity/Domain/798/SEPARATION%20ANXIETY%20TIPS.docx.pdf