From elementary through high school, absenteeism is growing. Alana Cooperman, LCSW, discusses the underlying anxiety that often propels this behavior, how it can present differently, and evidence-based strategies to support students with school refusal behaviors. 

School Avoidance & ADHD: More Resources

• Download: The School Avoidance Alliance’s Free Guide to Working with Your School
• Enroll: The School Avoidance Alliance’s Master Class for Parents (use discount code: Additude)
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• Read: Why School Stress Is Toxic for Our Children
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• Read: 6 Good Reasons to Change Your Child’s School
• Download: Social Anxiety Facts and Falsehoods

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