Research Journal of Medical Sciences
School Absenteeism in Children and Factors Associated with School Absenteeism
Absenteeism from school is a serious public health issue for mental health professionals, physicians and educators. Unexcused absences from school are a key risk factor for violence, injury, substance use, psychiatric disorders and economic deprivation. If left un‐addressed, school refusal behavior can lead to serious short‐term problems such as distress, academic decline, isolation from peers, family conflict and financial and legal consequences. Common long‐...