Key points

Parents and loved ones can play a critical role in helping their students prioritize healthy choices.

Lots of small daily healthy behaviors can add up to wellness and thriving in college.

No one is pre-programmed with wellness skills—college is an ideal time to focus on these learnable skills.

Parents and loved ones can play an essential role in helping their students succeed in college. And we don’t mean supporting the epic battle to help them get into the “right” school. We can encourage our students to have a healthy attitude toward practicing mental wellness and self-care when they begin college. We can reinforce that their health is just as important as their resume.

A wholehearted message can be a game changer. Start by letting your student know you care about their

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