A psychotherapist has warned that the back to school routine this month will be especially hard for some children. For children with ADHD, autism, sensory sensitivities or trauma-related needs, the start of term can feel less like a fresh start and more like an emotional cliff edge, according to Gee Eltringham, child psychotherapist and founder of digital platform for ADHD caregivers, twigged .

Gee says the pressure to conform to routines, sit still, mask distress, or navigate complex social environments can become unbearable for some children, b ut there are ways to ease the transition, tools to reduce stress, build trust, and support children in feeling seen and safe.

Ten small but powerful things parents and caregivers can do in September

1 . Silence isn’t golden

Avoiding the

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