Union Ridge Elementary

Event Brochure

Anxiety in School

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A Presentation for Parents

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By Kevin Ashworth,

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Cognitive Behavior Therapist

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and Clinical Director of the

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NW Anxiety Institute

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Thursday, April 25 6:00 pm

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View Ridge Black Box

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Childcare will be provided.

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Anxiety and worry are common feelings among our Ridgefield students!  

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We will discuss the very important role of empathy and the

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avoidance of over-accommodating anxiety in kids.

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The goal:

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To help students understand how avoidance coping is not helpful and may even maintain anxiety over time.

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Learn:

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How to help your children, identify signs of anxiety in kids.

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How to manage expectations at home.

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About the use of electronic devices in the role of anxiety, guilt, and shame.

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