TOPICS
College
Learn how to help kids emotionally prepare for college and how to get them the right support.
About Our College Resources
College is an exciting time, but it can also be a difficult one. Especially for kids with mental health or learning disorders, it’s important to plan ahead for how to get necessary support and deal with common challenges.
College students still benefit from support and guidance from parents, even as they’re living more independently and learning to handle obstacles on their own.
Preparing for College
Going to college isn’t just an academic transition — it’s a big social and emotional one, too. Parents can help kids think through the possible challenges and plan ahead to cope with them.
Mental Health Disorders in College
The college years are often especially stressful for kids with mental health disorders, and some young people experience mental health challenges for the first time during college. Getting the right support lined up, both on campus and off, is key to helping them thrive.
Ask an Expert
"Are there any colleges with good
services for kids with ADHD?"
Eating Disorders and College
Young people, especially women, are most at risk for developing eating disorders during the college years. The new stresses of college life, combined with underlying mental health issues and pressure to live up to unrealistic beauty standards, put kids at risk of eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia.
All College Resources
