Some Reasons to Discuss Mental Illness with Your College-Bound Kids

I just read this story about an increase in the prevalence of mental illness among college students, which, on the positive side, has coincided with increasing numbers of students —reportedly about 20 percent—seeking counseling. Parents who have mental illness might be especially interested in this article because so many mental disorders seem to run in families and you might want to look out for signs that your child needs support. Also, if I were a parent, I’d definitely discuss drug and alcohol use with my college-bound kids because research indicates these things can trigger illnesses such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia in people who are predisposed. Here’s a link to the story:

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,211084,00.html

posted by Daniele Sadres