Stress - College Freshman

HImom
Wed, 02 Feb 2011 13:38:56 +0000

I’d keep an open mind as to whether it is stress-induced or something else. It is easy to blame stress, as most people have some level of stress and stress DOES worsen any conditions anyone may have. It’s great that the doc is checking to see if something else may also be playing a role. I’d urge you to get your D to use campus resources on stress management and counseling. One of the keys for homesickness is getting involved, especially helping someone who seems to need it more than you–is there ANY campus activity she likes? The cold & nasty weather makes a lot of folks “blue” especially this time of year.

Does she have SAD (seasonal affective disorder)? If so, perhaps full-spectrum lighting (even a full-spectrum lamp) might be helpful–it was a great mood elevator for me & other loved ones, especially after endless overcast days, weeks & months.