Emotional Based School Avoidance: How to spot the signs

30th October 2022

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Emotional Based School Avoidance: How to spot the signs

Early signs of EBSA

Emotional Based School avoidance (EBSA) is a term used to describe children and young people who experience challenges attending school due to negative feelings such as anxiety.

In this 18-minute podcast, Thrive’s Relationship Manager, Dom Sagar, highlights:

  • The early signs of Emotional Based School Avoidance
  • ‘In the moment’ strategies to tackle EBSA in your setting
  • The neuroscience behind a student’s dysregulation
  • How to support and steady your students for learning
  • The importance of celebrating small wins on a daily basis
  • Actionable insights to prevent school anxiety taking hold in the first place

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At Thrive, we’ve been supporting educators to tackle absenteeism and distressed behaviour for over 25 years. If you’re seeking to successfully reengage pupils and work with families to promote good attendance, click here to book a Discovery Call with your regional expert. Designed to fit in around your schedule, these free 30-minute conversations via Teams give you a chance to have your questions answered, decide if our service is a fit for your needs, and identify if you qualify for a £1,200 DfE grant to spend in your setting. 

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