Young students may experience stress as they start a new school year. Signs of this stress can be difficult for adults to identify, and children may struggle to express their feelings. Certain behaviors can indicate a child is struggling, such as altered eating habits or unexplained physical complaints.

A psychotherapist suggests that adults help children develop the skills to communicate their emotions and manage stress. This can involve looking beyond surface-level behavior and exploring the underlying causes of a child's actions.

Further information on recognizing and addressing stress in children is available from a psychotherapist's recommendations.