As the school adventure begins, it can be a challenging period for some families. School phobia can be seen in children starting preschool and primary school. School phobia in children refers to the situation where the child does not want to go to school or refuses to go to school. This fear may arise when the child perceives going to school as a challenging and worrying experience. There are various causes and solutions for school phobia.
Reasons:
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Separation Anxiety: Children's separation Anxiety may become more pronounced in new and unfamiliar settings such as kindergarten or school.
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Social Factors: Social factors such as bullying, exclusion or friend problems, may cause reluctance in children to go to school.
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Performance Anxiety: Fear of failing in classes or social activities may cause a child to feel anxious about going to school.
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Learning Difficulties: Children with educational difficulties may avoid going to school because they fear failure in school.
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Fear of Being Away from Home: The thought of being away from the safety of home can create resistance to going to school in children.
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Adaptation to New Environment: Children starting school for the first time may have difficulty adjusting to a new environment.
Solutions:
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Support and Understanding: Emotions of the child It is important to understand and support him. A communication channel should be kept open so that she can express her fears openly.
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Slow and Principles-Oriented Approach: It is important to take slow steps for the child to relax. For example, making a plan that gradually increases attendance at school can help.
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Positive Experiences: It's helpful to organize activities supported by teachers and friends to give the child positive experiences at school.
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Time to Adapt: The process of adjusting to a new school or classroom can take time. Support the child in this process
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Professional Help: If school phobia becomes chronic, it may be helpful to seek help from a child psychologist or therapist.
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Creating a Positive Environment: Creating a positive learning and school experience at home can alleviate a child's anxiety about school.
Also, stories that address school phobia help children. Such stories often deal with children's emotional experiences and their relationships with their environment. Here are some examples of school phobia-themed stories:
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"I'm Saying Goodbye to My Teacher" - Ayşe Kilimci: This book begins with Zeynep not wanting to go to school. tells the story of a mother trying to understand her school phobia.
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"Student" - Anton Chekhov: Famous writer Anton Chekhov's short story "Student" is a addresses the child's unwillingness to go to school and worries about going to school.
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"The Beginning" - Neil Gaiman: In this short story, children hesitate to go to their new school and their concerns about it.
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"The Smile of the Crocodile" - Susanna Tamaro: This book deals with the experiences of a child who does not want to go to school, with his parents and teacher.
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"School Phobia" - Gökçe Şahan: This book appears as a novel about school phobia in children.
Remember that every child's experience can be different. If your child is constantly worried about going to school or if the school phobia has become long-lasting, you can consult a specialist.
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