Like most changes or transitions that produce personal growth, moving away to college may bring pressures, stresses, and challenges-for both students and their parents. During this time, some of the most important life transitions occur. For students, effective adjustment to college requires coping with feelings of loss when moving away from home and finding new friends and relationships. Effective time management and caring for oneself can also be challenging for many students. Support from parents and family is critical to a student's successful transition to college.
