Skipping camp, public speaking: How schools have it wrong on kids’ anxiety

Australian educators are reevaluating their approach to childhood anxiety, as 81 percent of primary school principals recognize it as a serious issue. Experts warn that shielding children from challenges exacerbates the problem, advocating for a new program that teaches students coping strategies. A recent summit called for a standardized anxiety prevention curriculum for schools, targeting early intervention.

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