It's that time of year again. Across the country children and parents are once again preparing for a new school year. While some children have already backed their back-packs and lunches and headed out to meet new teachers, others are still buying supplies and clothes. Many children look forward to the day with excitement, even those that don't like school, look forward to seeing old friends and meeting new ones. Some children look forward to having something to do all day, as the long days of summer start to get monotonous. But for children with anxiety and their parents, the first day of school brings a host of new worries and old concerns.

To help you through the upcoming school year, I went through AnxietyConnection.com to find the best articles we have on anxiety in school. I am sure you will find a lot of valuable information and insights to help your children. If you have questions or concerns or are looking for information that isn't yet on our site, please, post a comment and let me know. I'll do my best to find the information you are looking for.

How Does Anxiety in School Appear?

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder in School - Children with OCD may go to great lengths to try to hide their behaviors. Being aware of the symptoms helps parents and teachers help children cope with symptoms of OCD in the classroom.
Social Anxiety in Children - Many children are nervous about giving oral presentations or worried about classmates liking them. If your child's fears are interfering with their ability to learn, it may be a sign of social anxiety.

Separation Anxiety - Separation anxiety normally begins when a child is 7 to 8 months old and by the time they reach school age has subsided. For some, separation anxiety continues and can impede a child's ability to go to school.

Classroom Anxiety - Although anxiety does not necessarily impact a child's academic abilities, it can affect their ability to learn.

Signs and Warnings of Teen Anxiety in High School - It is sometimes hard to know whether your teen is feeling the normal insecurities of simply being a teen or if there is something more going on.

Managing School Phobia and Back to School Anxiety

School Phobia - A child's fear of going to school can show up as physical symptoms, such as frequently complaining of headaches or stomach aches. It can be caused by worry about performance on being teased by other children. We offer suggestions on how parents can help their child feel safe and secure leaving the house each morning.

Managing Your Child's Refusal to Go to School - The late Jerilyn Ross, co-founder of Anxiety Disorders Association of America was a regular contributor on AnxietyConnection.com and one of her articles helps parents understand a child's refusal to go to school and gives ideas on how parents can help their child.

Back to School Anxiety - Young children aren't the only ones who show signs of back to school anxiety. Middle school and high school students can be just as anxious about going back to school.