The Better Semester
Rob Danzman is a licensed therapist who's worked with college students and their parents for over two decades. He's written two books: The Insider's Guide to Parenting: How to Solve Messy Problems and Build a Great Family and The Insider's Guide to College: Evidence-Based Tips, Tricks, and Strategies to Win the Semester. The Better Semester is an extension of his work and is all about providing info to parents of college students. Each episode if full of insights, strategies and tactics - all super actionable advice to get your struggling college student solid again.
How much is too much parenting when your kiddo heads off to school? How can college students find help when they're struggling? How should medication be handled while they're at college? How can parents coordinate with the university?
All of these and more are covered weekly.
The Better Semester
How Much is Too Much? Problems and Solutions for More Effective Parenting of College Students
The transition to college is a significant milestone for both students and their parents. It's a time when young adults begin to assert their independence and navigate the complexities of adulthood but also the first time that parents are experiencing their kiddo being gone for longer than a summer camp session. The role of parents during this period can be a delicate balancing act. Well, maybe not balancing act. More like being unceremoniously placed on the sidelines. While support and guidance are crucial, helicopter parenting can mess with your student's development and self-sufficiency.
This article explores the fine line between supportive and overbearing parenting, the impacts of excessive involvement, and strategies for parenting your kiddo through college.
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