School Anxiety is Rising — This Might Be Why? With Sophie David

Play expert, author and educator Sophie David joins Izzy Judd to explore the rising tide of childhood anxiety, how the classroom is failing neurodivergent kids, and why play is essential for learning. With insights from her own parenting journey, Sophie shares simple, powerful ways to support children through anxiety, dysregulation, and rigid school systems. Follow Sophie on Instagram Chapters 00:00 Understanding Anxiety in Children 03:05 The Importance of Play in Learning 05:47 Navigating Neurodiversity and Parenting 08:57 The Role of Advocacy in Education 11:55 Innovative Teaching Methods 15:13 Creating Engaging Learning Environments 17:54 Flexibility in Education Systems 21:09 Addressing Masking in Neurodivergent Children 26:22 Understanding Masking in Children 30:11 The Importance of Open Communication with Teachers 33:36 Navigating Homework and Stress 37:17 The Impact of Anxiety on Children 41:43 Labeling Emotions and Open Conversations 46:18 Promoting Playful Learning 48:25 Deciding on Education Paths for Children 50:33 Future Aspirations for Neurodivergent Kids

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School Anxiety is Rising — This Might Be Why? With Sophie David is an episode from Let's Talk Fertility with Izzy Judd by Audioboom.

This episode is 54:09 long.

This episode was published on Jun 15, 2025.

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