Understanding School Refusal

Author : M. S. Thambirajah
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1843105675
Total Pages : 162 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Understanding School Refusal written by M. S. Thambirajah and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2008 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: School refusal is a crippling condition in which children experience extreme anxiety or panic attacks when faced with everyday school life. This book aims to explore, raise awareness of the problem and provide plans and strategies for education, health and social care professionals for identifying and addressing this problem

Author : Karen J. Grandison
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781846427473
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Understanding School Refusal written by Karen J. Grandison and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2007-12-15 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ` Combining educational and clinical perspectives, and with extensive use of case studies, the authors present recent research into the mental health problems associated with school refusal, such as anxiety and panic attacks, as well as the role that parental support plays in their children's school life. They also discuss the role of home tuition services and pupil referral units in extreme cases of school refusal, and provides concrete strategies for planning and organising services to manage the problem effectively. Understanding School Refusal is a valuable guide for professionals across the disciplines of education, health and social care, and will also be useful for training courses within these fields.' Education Today School refusal is a crippling condition in which children experience extreme anxiety or panic attacks when faced with everyday school life and this handbook aims to explore and raise awareness of the problem of school refusal in children and young people, and provide plans and strategies for education, health and social care professionals for identifying and addressing this problem. Combining educational and clinical perspectives, and with extensive use of case studies, the authors present recent research into the mental health problems associated with school refusal, such as anxiety and panic attacks, as well as the role that parental support plays in their children's school life. They also discuss the role of home tuition services and pupil referral units in extreme cases of school refusal, and provides concrete strategies for planning and organising services to manage the problem effectively. Understanding School Refusal is a valuable guide for professionals across the disciplines of education, health and social care, and will also be useful for training courses within these fields.

Author : Joanne Garfi
Publisher : Australian Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 1925644057
Total Pages : 124 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Overcoming School Refusal written by Joanne Garfi and published by Australian Academic Press. This book was released on 2018-01-31 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: School refusal affects up to 5% of children and is a complex and stressful issue for the child, their family and school. The more time a child is away from school, the more difficult it is for the child to resume normal school life. If school refusal becomes an ongoing issue it can negatively impact the child’s social and educational development. Psychologist Joanne Garfi spends most of her working life assisting parents, teachers, school counsellors, caseworkers, and community policing officers on how best to deal with school refusal. Now her experiences and expertise are available in this easy-to-read practical book. Overcoming School Refusal helps readers understand this complex issue by explaining exactly what school refusal is and provides them with a range of strategies they can use to assist children in returning to school. Areas covered include: • types of school refusers • why children refuse to go to school • symptoms • short term and long term consequences • accurate assessment • treatment options • what parents can do • what schools can do • dealing with anxious high achievers • how to help children on the autism spectrum with school refusal

Author : Christopher A. Kearney
Publisher : Amer Psychological Assn
ISBN 13 : 9781557986993
Total Pages : 265 pages
Book Rating : 4.91/5 ( download)

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Download or read book School Refusal Behavior in Youth written by Christopher A. Kearney and published by Amer Psychological Assn. This book was released on 2001-01-01 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annotation Kearney, a clinical child psychologist at the U. of Nevada, Las Vegas, has written his book mainly with the school psychologist in mind. The problem of school refusal is put into a context in initial chapters which give an overview of the historical literature on school refusal behavior and describe the characteristics of these youth, while also critiquing the classification strategies employed. After introducing a functional model, Kearney summarizes treatment strategies and discusses methods for prevention as well as the reality of extreme cases. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).

Author : Christopher A. Kearney
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780199729562
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.65/5 ( download)

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Download or read book When Children Refuse School written by Christopher A. Kearney and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2007-03-29 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many children and teenagers refuse to attend school or have anxiety-related difficulties remaining in classes for an entire day. School refusal behavior can contribute to a child's academic, social, and psychological problems, impact a child's chances for future educational, financial, and personal success, and significantly affect family functioning. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been shown to be a highly effective treatment for youth who exhibit this behavior. This Therapist Guide outlines four treatment protocols based on CBT principles that can be used to effectively address the main types of school refusal behavior. The Guide concentrates on four primary reasons why children typically refuse school to relieve school-related distress, to avoid negative social or evaluative situations at school, to receive attention from a parent or a significant other, and to obtain tangible rewards outside of school This manual includes tools for assessing a child's reasons for school refusal behavior and is based on a functional, prescriptive model. It presents well-tested techniques arranged by function to tailor treatment to a child's particular characteristics. Each treatment package also contains a detailed discussion of special topics pertinent to treating youths with school refusal behavior, such as medication, panic attacks, and being teased. A corresponding workbook is also available for parents, who often play an important part in a child's recovery. This comprehensive program is an invaluable resource for clinicians treating school refusal behavior.

Author : Louise L. Hayes
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
ISBN 13 : 1608828042
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Thriving Adolescent written by Louise L. Hayes and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2015-11-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adolescents face unique pressures and worries. Will they pass high school? Should they go to college? Will they find love? And what ways do they want to act in the world? The uncertainty surrounding the future can be overwhelming. Sadly, and all too often, if things don’t go smoothly, adolescents will begin labeling themselves as losers, unpopular, unattractive, weird, or dumb. And, let’s not forget the ubiquitous ‘not good enough’ story that often begins during these formative years. These labels are often carried forward throughout life. So what can you do, now, to help lighten this lifelong burden? The Thriving Adolescent offers teachers, counselors, and mental health professionals powerful techniques for working with adolescents. Based in proven- effective acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), the skills and tips outlined in this book will help adolescents and teens manage difficult emotions, connect with their values, achieve mindfulness and vitality, and develop positive relationships with friends and family. The evidence-based practices in this book focus on developing a strong sense of self, and will give adolescents the confidence they need to make that difficult transition into adulthood. Whether it’s school, family, or friend related, adolescents experience a profound level of stress, and often they lack the psychological tools to deal with stress in productive ways. The skills we impart to them now will help set the stage for a happy, healthy adulthood. If you work with adolescents or teens, this is a must-have addition to your professional library.

Author : Andrew R. Eisen
Publisher : New Harbinger Publications
ISBN 13 : 1572244313
Total Pages : 206 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Helping Your Child Overcome Separation Anxiety Or School Refusal written by Andrew R. Eisen and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2006 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides a guide on how to identify when your child's separation anxiety or school refusal is more than just a phase and offers effective tools to manage your child's anxiety.

Author : Christopher A. Kearney
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0190662050
Total Pages : 193 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Helping School Refusing Children and Their Parents written by Christopher A. Kearney and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2018 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Children who miss substantial amounts of school pose one of the most vexing problems for school officials. In many cases, school personnel must assess these students and successfully help them to return to the academic setting. This can be difficult considering most school-based professionals are pressed for time and do not have access to proper resources. The information in this book can help school officials combat absenteeism and reduce overall dropout rates. Designed for guidance counselors, teachers, principals and deans, school psychologists, school-based social workers, and other school professionals, this book outlines various strategies for helping children get back to school with less distress that can easily be implemented in schools. The book describes four clinical interventions that can be used to effectively address moderate cases of absenteeism, as well as instructions for adapting these procedures for use within the school system. A chapter on assessment describes several methods for identifying school refusal behavior, including time-limited techniques for school officials who have little opportunity to conduct detailed evaluations. Worksheets for facilitating assessment are included and can easily be photocopied from the book. Other chapters provide advice for working collaboratively with parents, preventing relapse, and tackling special issues such as children with anxiety, children who take medication, and children who are victims of bullying. Topics such as poverty, homelessness, teenage pregnancy, violence, and school safety are also addressed.

Author : Mary B. Wimmer
Publisher : National Assn Sch Psychologists
ISBN 13 : 9780932955814
Total Pages : 98 pages
Book Rating : 4.19/5 ( download)

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Download or read book School Refusal written by Mary B. Wimmer and published by National Assn Sch Psychologists. This book was released on 2003 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Concise, practical guidance on assessment and interventions associated with school refusal. Incorporates latest research findings and discusses causes, warning signs and strategies for working within school settings and communicating with parents.

Author : Margaret Duncan
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9780857002532
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.38/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome in Children written by Margaret Duncan and published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers. This book was released on 2011-09-15 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This straightforward guide offers a complete overview of Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDA) and gives practical advice for overcoming the difficulties it poses in a wide range of contexts from diagnosis through to adulthood. Starting with an exploration into the background of PDA that answers many of the immediate questions triggered when a child is first diagnosed, the book goes on to look at the impact of the condition on different areas of the child's life and what can be done to help. The authors present useful information on early intervention options and workable strategies for managing PDA positively on a day-to-day basis. They also examine ways to minimize common difficulties that may be encountered at home and school, making life easier for the child, family and peers. The final chapters tackle new problems that can arise when the teenage years hit and how to assist a successful transition from adolescence to adulthood. Illustrative case examples are included throughout, and the book concludes with a list of valuable resources for further information and advice. Full of helpful guidance and support, this user-friendly introductory handbook is essential reading for anyone caring for, or working with, children with PDA.