As summer winds down, it’s time for exciting transitions. Whether your little (or not-so-little) one is stepping into the world of school for the first time or off to college, it’s a big step.
Here are three tips for offering support from Modern Minds psychiatrist, and parent, Dr. Kelly Holes-Lewis:
- Speak openly and without judgment about how they feel.
- If they are starting a new school, visit to meet teachers and same-aged students. Life is always easier with a buddy.
- Remind your student they are capable + resourceful — and if they need help, they are supported by teachers and staff.