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The Surge in Need for Remote Therapy Solutions for Students
The signs of the times have included such themes as social distancing, quarantine, and self-isolation. Needless to say, these themes have affected all segments of the population in different ways, some more so than others. One segment of particular interest and importance are the children and parents who have had to trade in the normal, secure routine of the physical school concept for a more flexible, virtual model of schooling. If this transition isn’t hard enough, they’ve had to do this in the confines of home, with various other confounding factors at play: family dynamics, socioeconomic realities, full-time work responsibilities — not to mention concerns about health and the future. These conditions are ripe for elements of stress, anxiety, and depression to play out for many of those involved.
That is why, with National Stress Day on April 16, it is important to analyze strategies that help students (and parents/guardians) at home deal with the stress and anxiety that results from the absence from structure and routine of school. There are many resources and tools available to support families and school districts during these times of absenteeism and distancing, but one that has emerged that is particularly helpful during this time is teletherapy.
