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Starting College with a Psychiatric Illness - Facts for Families

Leaving home to attend college is an exciting time for both students and parents. Many students with psychiatric diagnoses attend college successfully. However, additional planning may be required to ensure a smooth transition. The American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry's Facts for Families provide concise and up-to-date information on starting college with a psychiatric illness for families.


https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Facts_for_Families/FFF-Guide/Starting-College-with-a-Psychiatric-Illness-115.aspx

Related Topics

  • Diagnosis
  • Lifespan Transitions (Age, Education, and other Milestones)
  • Mental Health
  • Youth, Adolescents, and Young Adults
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