Back-to-school anxiety: How kids and parents alike can calm their nerves this school year

Getting into the groove of a new school year is never easy — but when facing the unique challenges of these uncertain times, it can be downright daunting.Both children and parents alike are facing many unknowns this school year, and potentially struggling with the anxiety those question marks may bring.In a recently published study conducted by Brainly, an online learning platform, 66% of students reported that they felt anxious about the upcoming school year.Adults, too, are feeling anxious about the back-to-school season.

54% of parents of school-aged children acknowledged high anxiety for the 2021-22 school year.Thankfully, there are many ways to cope with overwhelming feelings in a healthy, positive way — methods from which both parents and kids alike can benefit.picking outfits the night before, preparing lunch, planning breakfast, loading up backpacks, going over tomorrow's schedule can help kids feel more prepared for the day ahead.While the school year might look a little different this year compared to others, .... it's nothing your family can't handle with some communication, planning, and a few helpful resources at your fingertips