66 - Surviving and Thriving in College

Dr. Nancy Young , Vice President of Student Affairs at the University of Maryland Baltimore County, joins us to discuss how parents can help their college student navigate university campuses successfully, and ultimately, graduate. Preparing for college these days starts before the move-in day with conversations on alcohol use, nutrition, and the importance of a adequate sleep schedule . Parents remain important sources of wisdom and advice, even to college students, and can help them access services, academic advisory and mental health, on college campuses. Millions of college students live with medical diagnosis that require continued care and support during the school year. During college visits, parents and students should ask about the services and health care professionals available in university health centers. We discuss HIPAA, FERPA, and unexpected student health emergencies during the college years with our guest on the Hope and Wellness Show.