English Explanatory Dictionary

school refusal

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The refusal of children or teens to go to school because of some sort of emotional distress. This can be caused by separation or social anxiety disorders, depression, or a phobia.

Word forms

school refusal school refusals

Synonyms

school phobia
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