Many students are returning to the classroom soon. From anxieties about bullying to academic challenges, Dr. Stephanie Setliff from Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center in Dallas shares tips to help cope with back-to-school anxiety.
Breakdown
- Adults often experience more back-to-school anxiety than children. 25s
- Children may show anxiety through physical symptoms or behavior changes rather than words. 1m 34s
- Parents should look for prolonged changes in functioning as a sign of significant anxiety. 2m 46s
- Establishing routines and familiarizing children with school can help reduce anxiety. 3m 10s
- Open conversations and not projecting adult anxieties onto children are key strategies. 4m 8s