Anyone else had a nervous boy going on an overnight trip with school? He's usually confident but he can't get over the idea he's about to be away from home for 2 nights. There's been a big build up, and I was hoping his anxiety would improve over time. He's gone away before, obviously. A few years ago he was absolutely fine, more recently it's become a huge obstacle, to the point now that he is sure he can't go. He moved to secondary school this year and has not really made any close friends yet so that is possibly a big problem for him. I'm trying to chat through him regarding the benefits.. If he gave it a go, he would build his confidence, enjoy himself etc..
I am open to any tips out there from anyone else who has had this. Even some hand holding would help (!) Every other parent I've spoken to regarding the trip says their DCs are really excited about going.
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13 yo DS nervous about going on trip. Any tips?
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ChipsWithEverything · 24/05/2016 23:05
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