
Child refuses to go to school: a practical plan for ages 5–12
Respond to repeated school refusal with a calm morning conversation, attention to physical complaints, and a concrete support agreement with school.
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Respond to repeated school refusal with a calm morning conversation, attention to physical complaints, and a concrete support agreement with school.

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