School Refusal & School Anxiety — A Family Guide

School Refusal & School Anxiety — A Family Guide

A comprehensive, evidence-based guide for families navigating school refusal and school anxiety. Covers what school refusal actually is and isn't, the neuroscience of anxiety and avoidance, common triggers and maintaining factors, what helps and what makes it worse, how to navigate GPs, psychologists, and school systems, and when home education is the right choice. Includes a recovery framework, the anxiety maintenance cycle explained clearly, and a full list of Australian support resources. Written for families who are exhausted, confused, and need someone to finally explain what is actually happening — and what to do about it.