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How schools can reduce parents' anxiety during the pandemic

  • Written by Lucy (Kathleen) McGoron, Assistant Professor of Child and Family Development, Wayne State University
imageParents who felt their child's school supported them during the transition to remote learning reported less anxiety and depression, according to a recent survey.FG Trade/Getty Images

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