Managing Anxiety About Returning to School
A new school year always prompts some butterflies, but as children and parents prepare to begin a third school year amid the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s understandable that kids and grown-ups alike may be feeling more anxiety than usual. In this Q&A CHOC pediatric psychologist Dr. Sheila Modir discusses what parents might expect, tips to support children and when to seek professional mental health support.
Kids' Books on Back-to-School Anxiety
With school schedules changing and new precautions around COVID-19, parents can expect even more back-to-school anxiety this year. Reading books to prepare for the big day is a great way to overcome those first-day jitters. Here’s a curated list of books that’ll ease their worries and make starting school more exciting.
Why Some Kids Preferred Virtual Learning
As schools reopen across the US, most children are excited to get back to classrooms with friends. But for some, especially kids with social anxiety, online learning offered a welcome respite from the stress of trying to fit in. Read these students' perspectives on why the return to in-person learning might feel daunting for some.
Transitioning Back to School: A Guide for Parents & Teachers
Programs and schools are opening for in-person learning after over a year-long break. For many children and families, this will be an entirely new experience and may be filled with extra challenges during a pandemic. The CDC prepared a guide for parents and teachers to help make this transition successful.
Anxiety & Stress Relief Video Series for Kids
The CHOC psychology team has developed a new video series to help kids cope with anxiety and relieve stress. The videos teach kids and parents simple day-to-day exercises that range from breathing techniques to journaling. Explore the new video library with your child.
Dealing with Learning Loss by Prioritizing Mental Health
Learning loss is defined as, “a slowing or reversal of academic progress”. In this article, experts explain why it’s important for schools to prioritize mental health and social-emotional learning to help students catch up academically after a year-long break.
Is your child struggling with Mental Health?
CHOC offers a full library of resources to help via their Mental Health Toolkit.
