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What to do if your daughter is 12 and can't handle secondary school due to autism, anxiety and burnout

What this situation really means, why it happens, and the options you have right now

When a 12-year-old girl starts secondary school and suddenly can’t cope, it can feel frightening and confusing - especially if she has recently been diagnosed with autism, anxiety, or burnout.  Many parents find themselves stuck in the middle.  You want to support your child’s mental health, but you also feel pressure from school, attendance rules, and the fear that if she stops going in, she may never go back.

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