My Stomach Hurts

Description

For some children, anxiety shows up physically: stomachaches, headaches, tears, hesitation, or repeated requests to stay home. My Stomach Hurts helps parents understand the behavioral science behind school refusal, avoidance, and anxiety-driven complaints without dismissing what their child is feeling. The book explains how reassurance, escape, and avoidance can unintentionally strengthen fear, while showing parents how to provide support, build tolerance gradually, encourage coping skills, and help children return to everyday activities with greater confidence.