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Originally Posted by Nike007
Hello. I know how difficult the whole physical contact is with students. I'm a not a teacher, but a student. I know that some people complain. For me, physical contact is how I express love and happiness and joy. It would be better to ask on a case by case basic, but schools usually have policies on what you can and can't do. I did get a teacher in trouble because she was giving me a hug when I was having a panic attack. She was told she can't do that. But when I'm happy, I give her high fives, which are okay. She pats people on the shoulder too. It depends on your comfort zone and students. I don't think you will be accused of something you didn't do. I know some people are idiots and accuse other people, but I wouldn't worry about it. The only person would be your boss that would most likely say something if something did happen, not a parent unless it's for younger kids. Anyways, hope this helps  .
Social anxiety disorder, GAD, OCD, and panic attacks
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Thank you for your imput. Yeah I can understand why it would not be a good idea to hug a student who is having a panic attack. Had I been there, I would have asked if you were okay, and maybe walk to to the nurse or counseling office if necessary. But I would not have given you, or anyone else in that situation, a hug. It would just make it worse. And yeah, it makes sense that it isn't too common that false accusations happen. I am just simply extra cautious.
And in terms of touching, yeah I only go as far as hand touching. Like handshakes, high fives, even a couple fist bumps a couple times. All depends on the student. And only in one case, with teacher permission and instruction, I had to guide a student by the shoulders down the hall due to bad balance. And helped a student transfer from one wheelchair to another with another teacher assisting. Thanks for your input.