Acupuncture for Back-to-School Stress

By Suzie Lee Tran, LAc

Back-to-school season is exciting—but let’s be honest, it can also be A LOT. Between shopping for supplies, packing lunches, setting earlier bedtimes, and juggling homework or sports schedules, it’s easy to feel stretched thin.

Kids can feel the pressure too, which often shows up as anxious moods, stomachaches, trouble sleeping, or endless energy crashes.

Here’s the good news: Acupuncture can help make the transition smoother for the whole family. At Bridge we see parents, teachers, and students every fall who are looking for a little extra support, and the results can be amazing.

Acupuncture works by calming your nervous system, helping you shift out of constant “fight-or-flight” mode so your body can rest, recharge, and heal. That means:

• LESS stress and anxiety (goodbye racing thoughts and worries!)

• BETTER sleep so mornings aren’t such a struggle

• MORE energy and focus to keep up with busy schedules

• STRONGER  immunity to help fend off the bugs that spread around classrooms

• FASTER recovery for student athletes dealing with aches, strains, or injuries

Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or student, you don’t have to push through the stress on your own. Acupuncture is a gentle, natural way to feel calmer, more focused, and ready for a successful school year.

If you can’t make it in for your acupuncture reset right away, a few simple things at home can also help. Try keeping routines consistent, eating fresh whole foods instead of sugary/processed snacks, and carving out time for breathing, movement, or just unplugging. 

Let’s make this school year a healthy, balanced one—for you and your family!