If your teenager won’t go to school, there’s probably more to it than just a general dislike of class and homework. Teen school refusal is a somewhat common issue, affecting up to 15% of school-aged kids. But that doesn’t make it any less harmful, nor does it speak to the underlying mental health issues that […]
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For many families, getting a teen out the door in the morning can be a daily challenge. But when that resistance to school becomes consistent, severe, and emotionally challenging, you may be dealing with something more serious: school refusal. At The Ridge RTC, we offer support to adolescents facing complex mental health challenges, including school
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When a teenager refuses to go to school, your first response as a parent or caregiver might be to just force them and call it a day. But there are some very real issues that could be at the root of school refusal, including anxiety, depression, or social struggles. A better approach, then, is to
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Ridge RTC is part of the Altior Healthcare family of mental health treatment providers.
