• Genalen M. Pepito

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• Imelda C. Montalbo

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This study focused on parents’ and teachers’ strategies in handling children with
separation anxiety. A qualitative case study method was used. Multiple cases (3) were explored.
A with-in case followed by a cross-case analyses were used to analyze data. The study found out
that parents and teachers employed different strategies in handling children with separation
anxiety like Affective, Verbal, Cognitive, and Child- Centered Strategies. In spite of these,
teachers and parents had limited knowledge on effective strategies in handling and managing
children with separation anxiety. Children with separation anxiety need planned, structured and
comprehensive intervention and help from other professionals aside from teachers and parents.
Thus, it is recommended that parents’ and teachers’ additional educational training in handling
children with separation anxiety are needed. Early childhood centers should have clear policies
and services to cater children’s general mental health.

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