The teacher or the school counselor can be of help to you. Wetting his bed, clinging to the parents, thumb sucking, and other problems may occur temporarily, and should not alarm parents. They are normally of short duration. These behaviors are only signs of the child's anxiety, and parents' acceptance will reassure the child and shorten the duration of such behaviors. Children respond to praise, and parents should make a deliberate effort not to focus upon the child's immature behavior.
Most parents are capable of helping their child overcome fears and anxiety.
However, it is not a sigh of failure if the parents find that they are unable to help their child by themselves. A telephone call to a pediatrician, family physician, the local mental health center or clinic could be helpful. In some cases, advice can be given on the telephone. In other instances, parents will be counseled to bring their child for an interview. In cases of severe anxiety, early action will result in a return to normal.