08/14/2026
Starting a new school year may include a new school, new teacher or new friends. Routine changes, a new environment and fear of the unknown may lead to anxiety in your child.
Our body’s natural response to stress is known as fight or flight. Signs your child may be stuck in a fight or flight response include:
🎒Weakened immune system (getting sick frequently)
🎒Digestive issues
🎒Poor sleep/nightmares
🎒Mood swings & irritability
🎒Difficulty concentrating in class
Stress and anxiety tend to build up in our bodies leading to symptoms including tension, muscle achiness, headaches, digestive upset, etc.
Gentle chiropractic care helps ease tension allowing our bodies to function optimally without interference.
By improving your child’s ability to adapt to stress by breaking the fight or flight response and implementing stress reducing activities, they will be ready to tackle the new school year!