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Explore the questions families and professionals ask about comorbid anxiety school.
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Yes — anxiety is a very common cause of school refusal. Worry can trigger real physical symptoms and avoidance, and each day at home strengthens the fear. It responds well to early, calm support coordinated between home, school and a clinician — never to force or punishment.