How To Help Your Child Deal With Anxiety About Going Back To School
Every child reacts differently to the prospect of going back to school. Those who feel anxiety usually move past it once a few days or weeks have passed.
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Every child reacts differently to the prospect of going back to school. Those who feel anxiety usually move past it once a few days or weeks have passed.
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