Officially recognise Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA) as a diagnosis.

Officially recognise Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA) as a diagnosis. — 13 signatures. Status: rejected.

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We want the UK Government to officially recognise Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA) as a distinct medical and mental health diagnosis.

Additional details

Because EBSA is not classified as an official medical diagnosis, families face a postcode lottery for support. Parents are frequently threatened with fines, prosecution, or child protection investigations instead of receiving empathy. Formally diagnosing EBSA will ensure schools must provide legal attendance adjustments, protect families from punitive fines, and unlock vital NHS mental health funding for early intervention.

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