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School Refusal Treatment UK – How To Help A Teenager With School Anxiety?

  • Writer: Brainz Magazine
    Brainz Magazine
  • Nov 30, 2022
  • 4 min read

Written by: Sibora Halili, Executive Contributor

Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise.

The School Refusal Treatment by Sarah Hayes uses Hypnosis to help teenagers calm their anxiety about school, so they can return to learning and growing confidently.

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What Does School Refusal Mean?


School refusal is when a child or teen refuses to attend or stay at school. It can have harmful consequences on the kid's schooling as well as their social life. Suppose your son or daughter is fearful of going to school ‒ in that case, it's vital to help them overcome their anxiety before it becomes a habit.


5 Reasons Why School Causes Anxiety

  1. Some students feel pressure to do well in school. Especially during exams when grades are essential and when socializing is stressful.

  2. Victims of bullying often feel unsafe at school and unsupported by teachers. As a result, they may isolate themselves for self-protection.

  3. Some teenagers may feel uninterested in school because they can't seem to fit in, not feel challenged enough or supported to focus on exciting things.

  4. School becomes an afterthought for teenagers in the face of family turmoil such as divorce, financial instability, or illness.

  5. A teenager's transition into high school can be difficult. They might feel overwhelmed by the change and unsure how to fit in.

If your teen is nervous about going back to school, have an open conversation with them. Ask about their concerns and see if there's anything you can do to alleviate their fears. You should also stay in touch with the school and ask for help from your GP if needed.


School Refusal Tips for Parents


Click here to get a free and helpful guide that will assist you in helping your teenager cope with any possible school refusal issues.


Parents must also be aware of the signs and symptoms of school refusal in their teens. Early intervention is critical in helping them overcome anxiety-based avoidance behavior.


School Anxiety Symptoms In Teenagers


Teens feeling anxious before school is typical, but if this avoidance of school becomes more constant or worsens, it might indicate school anxiety.


Physical symptoms of school anxiety can include:


Headaches, feeling sick to your stomach or vomiting, frequently needing to go to the bathroom urgently, feeling shaky or restless, sweating, and a rapid heart rate.


Mental symptoms of school anxiety can include:


Feeling worried all the time, tense or nervous. Others may experience irritability, withdrawal, a sense of danger or doom, and difficulty concentrating on anything other than anxious thoughts.

  • Perhaps your teenager has already seen the school therapist without any improvement. Or maybe they have been seeing a psychotherapist for quite some time now.

  • Have you been on the waiting list for CAMHS services for months? If so, you may wonder what to do when CAMHS doesn't help.

  • Are you frustrated because it seems like you've tried everything, but nothing has worked? If you're willing to try an alternative but effective method, learn about Hypnotherapy for Teenage Anxiety.

Overcoming School Anxiety In Teenagers With Hypnotherapy


A Hypnotherapist's goal is to bring you into a trance-like heightened awareness through guided relaxation. This state, also known as Hypnosis, is entirely safe, and you are fully aware the entire time. There are many myths about Hypnosis, but it only allows you to focus your attention and relax deeply to block out external noise. It's a form of guided meditation that will increase your capacity to respond to suggestions. It can be a beneficial tool in managing fears and improving overall mental health.


The School Refusal Treatment Programme


Sarah Hayes is a certified Hypnotherapist who specializes in helping teenagers manage their anxiety. Through Hypnotherapy, she teaches her clients how to understand better and process their thoughts and feelings, so they can:

  • Reduce their school anxiety symptoms

  • Improve their coping skills

  • And increase their self-esteem.

The School Refusal Programme by Sarah Hayes uses Hypnosis as an effective tool to help teenagers get back to school with confidence. Usually, only a couple of sessions are needed to start seeing progress.


The School Refusal Treatment Sessions are unique, interactive, and fun sessions for teenagers that they genuinely enjoy. All while in a teen-friendly environment or an anxiety treatment at home via online session.


Teens often dislike traditional therapy because they would have to explain themselves. However, with Hypnotherapy, they don't need to vocalize their issues for the treatment to be effective.


Hypnotherapy For Teenagers From A Marketing Standpoint


How can we better equip teenagers with the tools they need to maintain good mental health and prevent anxiety or depression? Hypnotherapy provides a way for parents to get help for their teens. So they can build confidence and ease in handling anything that comes their way.


How To Advertise Hypnotherapy For Anxiety


The biggest problem with advertising hypnotherapy for anxiety is that it's such a broad and diverse topic. If you try to address it generally, you risk speaking to no one in particular. Teenage School Anxiety, on the other hand, is a specific problem well-known to parents.

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Sibora Halili, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine

Sibora Halili (short: Sibi) is a Hypnotherapy Marketing Expert. She first discovered Hypnotherapy from a client's perspective when she transitioned into motherhood. Experiencing the power of Hypnosis firsthand was a game-changer for Sibi. Now she helps Hypnotherapists find a profitable Hypnotherapy Niche. There is a lot of Myth and Misconception around Hypnosis. Sibi designs unique positioning strategies to overcome them. While everyone else jumps on Social Media, she focuses on Google Power Search. She helps Hypnotherapists reach untapped client pools and secure long-term business success. Sibi has a Master's in Digital Media Technologies and founded the Seabee Design Studio in 2015. Also, she's been teaching at the St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences. Her story began in Vlorë, Albania. When Sibi was a toddler, her artistic family moved to Austria. Later, she lived in Ireland, Portugal, Slovenia, and Norway. Today she's settled in the Austrian Alps with her family. Being multicultural, she loves working with clients worldwide.

 
 

This article is published in collaboration with Brainz Magazine’s network of global experts, carefully selected to share real, valuable insights.

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