<p>My daughter is deeply depressed. On top of the usual freshman issues, she has developed serious psychological problems. However, she is in denial and won’t go to the counseling center for help. Privacy laws prevent the college from telling us much of anything. (Warning–get waivers signed before your son or daughter goes off to college. My daughter would have signed the papers in August, but not now.)</p>
<p>In hindsight, she should not have gone away to college–especially to a small one with a high percentage of commuting students and minimal social life on the weekends.</p>
<p>We are worried about her safety. At this point, we would like her to take a leave of absence and come home. She will not do this.</p>
<p>If anyone has been in a similar situation, suggestions are welcome.</p>