The back to school period is already a time of so much change but once again in this pandemic, parents and school systems are also facing difficult choices. The experiences of families during the pandemic has been diverse, which means that individual needs need to be addressed. But how do we manage that? Dr Brad Jerson Pediatric Psychologist in the Division of Digestive Diseases, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Connecticut Children’s, puts some framing around these issues and how we might approach them. Topics discussed include making the decision to go back to school in the building, 504 plans for kids with digestive conditions, and helping kids to transition to school in a difficult atmosphere.

Concepts discussed on this episode:

• 8 Tips to Help Kids With Special Needs Adjust to a New School Year
• What to Do When Your Child or Teen Doesn’t Want to Go Back to School
• What Should Parents Know About the Delta Variant, Kids and Back to School?
• How to Check On Your Child’s Mental Health

Find Dr Brad Jerson on Twitter and at Connecticut Children’s.

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Credits: Mix and sound design is by Mac Cooney. Theme music, "IBD Dance Party,” is from ©Cooney Studio.