back-to-school anxiety
Coverage of back-to-school anxiety in the Nexus archive.
- Back-to-school anxiety is common: Doctor offers tips on helping kids deal with nervousness
Back-to-school anxiety is a common experience that is often considered developmentally normative rather than a sign of distress. Symptoms may include physical issues like headaches or behavioral signs such as clinginess and irritability, which are sometimes linked to major transitions in schooling. Parents are advised to support their child by validating their emotions while reinforcing confidence using 'acceptance plus confidence.'
- Pediatrician gives tips for easing back-to-school anxiety
A pediatrician provides advice for parents to help children manage back-to-school anxiety as the 2026-2027 school year approaches. The article highlights the transition from summer vacation and discusses strategies for easing children's stress.
- Therapist shares tips on reducing back-to-school anxiety
A therapist provides tips for reducing back-to-school anxiety. A CDC study found 20% of U.S. adolescents aged 12-17 experience anxiety symptoms.