Mental Health in College Students: A Guide for Families and Friends

Nancy L. Wolf

Nancy Wolf is a lawyer with experience as a parent coach, young adult mental health advocate, and college counselor. As a parent of a young adult who has had mental health challenges for a number of years, Nancy has personal experience dealing with these issues. She can be reached at nancy@yourbridgeforward.com.

Articles by Nancy L.

Mental Health in College Students: A Guide for Families and Friends

September 11, 2023

As a parent who has just finished the college admissions process with your student, you probably feel maxed out on…

The Decline of College Student Mental Health and What Parents Can Do About It

The Decline of College Student Mental Health and What Parents Can Do About It

June 17, 2020

An increasing number of high schoolers in the U.S. are struggling with mental health challenges. And the numbers continue to…

Common App Essay Tips That Really Work

Common App Essay Tips That Really Work

April 1, 2020

Does the prospect of writing your Common App essay fill you with fear? You are not alone.  In the ten…

Mold in College Dorms: What You Need to Know

February 6, 2020

Here’s a new item of concern for parents planning college visits with their high school students: Check for mold and…

College Application Resume Guide and Template

October 1, 2019

Put one more item on your to-do list, high school seniors.  It’s time to prepare a college application resume. Not…

How to Earn College Credits in High School

September 8, 2019

Earn college credits in high school, save money on tuition, and increase your chances of getting into a good college.

Evaluate the Mental Health Support of a College

August 1, 2019

Go beyond the basics of a school’s criteria and investigate how it can (or cannot) help your student with mental health and psychological support on campus.

Colleges Marketing to High School Students: Annoying or Effective?

Colleges Marketing to High School Students: Annoying or Effective?

July 29, 2019

How Colleges Market to Students Has your high school student received one too many emails that look like this one?…