Teen School Refusal with Dr. Jennifer Bienstock
Episode Summary
In this episode we dive into a concerning trend: teen school refusal. Following the pandemic, school avoidance cases have doubled, escalating into a crisis that affects families across the nation. If you're worried that your teen’s increasing absences will impact their academic performance, social development, and mental well-being, you’re in the right place.
Joining us is an esteemed expert, Dr. Jennifer Bienstock. As a licensed psychologist and Director of Clinical Training at the Center for Anxiety & Behavioral Change in Rockville, MD, Dr. Bienstock is here to explain this concerning issue, and how parents can best support teenagers struggling with school avoidance.
Meet Dr. Jennifer Bienstock
Dr. Jennifer Bienstock is a licensed psychologist and the Director of Clinical Training at the Center for Anxiety & Behavioral Change in Rockville, MD. Dr. Bienstock works with individuals and families across the lifespan using evidence-based approaches. She has clinical expertise treating obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, school refusal, and body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs).
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