anxiety /fear

I have a son Ryan  eight years of age and he has suddenly since Saturday after a smal earthquake we had in L.A been afraid to go
to school. sleepin his bed, eat complains of stomach ache.I am serioulsy worried about him.

[Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D.]

Dear Tish,

Such a reaction immediately after an occurrence such as an earthquake is entirely normal. If all was well before the event, your son should gradually return to his pre-event status. If, after a month or so, that does not occur, seek some professional intervention. But for now, be supportive and patient. Insist, of course, that he attend school - do not allow him to avoid his normal routines and activities.

[Tish]

I appreciate the responce I am at my wits end with this I have left him at school , crying making a fuss he is staying inthe office sleeping most of the day will not go to his classroom , will not eat when he is home all he wants to do is sleep, he is asked what is bothering him he shrugs and says alot of things are in his mind.
I appreciate any feedback
Tish

p.s I have already seeked counseling. We should begin course Friday.