My Child Won’t Go to School: Is It Anxiety or Avoidance? | Raising Minds - 1

School refusal can leave parents feeling confused, frustrated and worried. But when a child says, “I don’t want to go to school,” what are they really trying to communicate?In this episode, Dr. Ashwati Nair, practicing psychologist, life coach and founder of Vedas Mind Health, explores the difference between school anxiety and avoidance, the signs parents should look for, and why both can sometimes exist together.From physical symptoms and emotional distress to bullying, academic pressure and learned avoidance, this episode offers practical ways for parents to respond with empathy while maintaining healthy boundaries and routines.Because behind every behavior, there is always a feeling waiting to be understood.