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advice on changing schools after bullying and the after effects

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ihatethecold · 27/01/2017 12:46

My DD13 has been through a very serious case of bullying at her school. The police became involved and the bully, also 13 was given a community resolution order.

My dd mental health seems to be declining quite quickly.

She is anxious and crying most days and does not want to go to school.
The school have put counselling in place but its only 30 mins every 2 weeks.

The school are now badgering me about attendance because she was sent home this week unwell. I have tried to get her back and had to leave her shaking and crying this morning at the school after her GP appointment.

She has had a stomach problem this week that i think is caused by stress.

She was assessed by the adolescent mental health service for anxiety late last year but they said she isn't bad enough for them to help.

We are going to look at another school next week but i'm scared i'm not doing the right thing.

She has become quite isolated at school because of the bully.

I need advice.

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Notenoughsleepmumof3 · 31/01/2017 12:11

It is a very difficult situation, but she can get through it with your love and support. I'm not surprised you have have a trapped nerve. The stress of it can be overwhelming. But, having come out the other side now, I can tell you, it's possible to turn it around. I hope she is ok.

QGMum · 31/01/2017 13:20

Hope the visit today goes well for you both.

ihatethecold · 31/01/2017 18:19

The visit was great. I'd move her there tomorrow.
I'm not sure what my dd thinks. She's been very quiet about it.
I'm going to leave talking about it for a few days and let her digest the visit.

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QGMum · 31/01/2017 20:44

That's good news. Sounds like she has an alternative to staying where she is and can make a choice with your help and support.

Notenoughsleepmumof3 · 31/01/2017 21:16

Very positive and totally normal her to feel apprehensive. Good for her to know she has an option.

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