Akshay, an eight-year-old boy, was emotionally stable and performed well in school, but after his parents' recent divorce he has become very anxious. What can Akshay's teacher do to help alleviate his anxiety in the classroom?
AProvide structure, organizational tools and choices ✓ Correct
BRespect Akshay's emotional state and leave him alone
CProvide Akshay with counselling regarding his anxiety
DTell the other children that Akshay is anxious and that they must be extra nice to him
Correct answer: (A) Provide structure, organizational tools and choices
Explanation
The teacher can best help an anxious child by providing structure, organizational tools and choices.
Respecting his state and leaving him alone (B) neglects the child and offers no support.
Providing counselling on his anxiety (C) is a specialist's role, not the classroom teacher's routine task.
Telling other children he is anxious (D) risks singling him out and increasing his distress.
Predictable routines and a sense of control reduce anxiety in children.
Structure and choice give the child security and a sense of agency.
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