Oct 30, 2014 · For decades, psychologists and other researchers have amassed evidence that later school start times can improve adolescents’ health and well-being. Emerging evidence suggests that …

Mar 26, 2025 · Every morning from 2022 until late June 2024, I battled to get my son to school. Some days, he managed only to get to the front seat of the car— curling against the door with tears …

Discuss your child's school avoidance with the school staff, including their teacher, the principal and the school nurse. Share with them your plans for your child's return to school and enlist their support and …

Learn how to recognize signs of school avoidance in kids and discover evidence-based strategies to support their mental health and encourage consistent school attendance.

Sep 28, 2023 · By now, the science is clear: making school start times later, even by an hour, gives teenagers the opportunity to wake up at a time that better aligns with their biological sleep rhythms.

Apr 26, 2021 · Is your teen skipping school? Learn the common causes, consequences, and what you can do to get them back on track. Expert guidance for concerned parents.

Jul 24, 2025 · If your child is having school anxiety or avoiding school altogether, talk about their concerns, help them get good sleep and build a support network.