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Practical Ways to Support Autistic Girls to Thrive in School absenteeism autism autistic girls ebsa emotional based school avoidance mental health school refusal Jan 09, 2024

by Dr Becky Morgan, Educational Psychologist

In my doctoral research I explored the way that language and discourse impacts the self-concept and social-identity of autistic adolescent girls. Various personal and professional reasons led me to this area of study, but one major influence was...

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What Attendance Leads Need To Know About EBSA absenteeism attendance ebsa emotional based school avoidance return to school school refusal school support Dec 20, 2023

In the continually busy school environment, amidst the laughter and chatter of children, there lies a silent struggle that often goes unnoticed - Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA). As an attendance lead, your role is pivotal in identifying, understanding, and addressing this complex issue...

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Children and Young Peopleā€™s Experiences of EBSA absenteeism attendance ebsa emotional based school avoidance return to school school refusal school support school transitions Nov 07, 2023

by Dr Shannon Corcoran – Educational Psychologist

Effective intervention and support for school attendance difficulties requires an understanding of the perceived ‘push and pull’ factors contributing to attendance from the perspective of the child/young person who is...

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From Awareness to Action: Empowering Attendance Officers in Addressing Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA) absenteeism attendance ebsa emotional based school avoidance school refusal school support Oct 19, 2023

Schools are dynamic, constantly evolving environments where various professionals play pivotal roles in supporting pupils’ well-being and learning. Amidst this, the role of attendance officers or education welfare officers, especially in addressing Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA),...

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When School Gates Seem Far and Unwelcoming - Understanding School Attendance absenteeism attendance attendance action alliance ebsa emotional based school avoidance school refusal school support Oct 19, 2023

For many children and young people (CYP), the school stands as a place which encapsulates moments of joy and lifelong friendships. Yet, for others, the path to the school gate becomes encumbered with multifaceted barriers.

A young boy I recently saw (let's call him Alex), found the school...

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Navigating the Complex Landscape of School Attendance and SEND absenteeism attendance attendance action alliance ebsa emotional based school avoidance school refusal send Oct 03, 2023

In the realm of educational policy and practice, the challenges surrounding school attendance, particularly among children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), have garnered significant attention. The July meeting of the Attendance Action Alliance (AAA)...

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