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France: Managing school return anxiety and seasonal illness
As the school year begins in France, experts are highlighting two primary concerns for families: psychological well-being and viral prevention.
Psychologist Valérie P. notes that separation anxiety is a common issue, particularly for children aged 6 months to 3 years. To manage this, experts suggest reassuring children about the temporary nature of separation and maintaining communication with teaching staff. If anxiety persists, it may stem from school-related issues such as bullying or learning difficulties, in which case parents are advised to engage directly with the school.
Simultaneously, health concerns regarding gastroenteritis rise during the mid-September period. The virus spreads easily in collective environments like schools through contact with contaminated surfaces and hands. Maintaining hygiene upon returning home is cited as a key preventative measure to stop the virus from entering households.
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Separation anxiety is a common phenomenon, especially among young children in nursery school. www.estrepublicain.fr · www.ledauphine.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Parents should report bullying incidents directly to the school rather than attempting to manage them personally. www.estrepublicain.fr · www.ledauphine.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Reports of gastroenteritis cases in France typically increase starting in mid-September. sciencepost.fr