'I don't want to go to school': Back to school butterflies make this week worst for kids with anxiety

By Phoebe Moloney
Updated February 8 2016 - 10:08am, first published January 28 2016 - 12:48am
The first week back at school is fraught with challenges for children with anxiety.
The first week back at school is fraught with challenges for children with anxiety.
Emika Flannery is looking forward to starting school on Thursday.  Photo: Daniel Munoz
Emika Flannery is looking forward to starting school on Thursday. Photo: Daniel Munoz

The first week of school is the worst for young children who suffer from anxiety, according to child psychology specialists.

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