Wheeler's Special Education Spotlight: Understanding Anxiety in Students

In a bylined article below from Wheeler’s October 2017 Education Spotlight newsletter, Dr. Mike Russo, vice president of Education and Early Childhood Services, highlights the effects of anxiety, root causes and strategies to manage this condition so that students can succeed in school and beyond.


Understanding Anxiety in Students

The start of each school year brings excitement and anticipation for many students, but students who struggle with anxiety may find this time of year particularly stressful and overwhelming. Anxiety is a common and typical reaction to stress. However, for some students, anxiety can be consuming, very difficult to control and may negatively impact their functioning at school. More here.

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