The Stressed Years of Their Lives

The Stressed Years of Their Lives: Helping Your Kid Survive and Thrive During Their College Years by Dr. B. Janet Hibbs and Dr. Anthony Rostain is a compassionate and insightful guide for parents navigating their child's transition into college. The authors, both mental health experts, shed light on the unique challenges that college students face today, including academic pressure, anxiety, and depression.

With rising mental health issues on campuses, Hibbs and Rostain provide a timely look at the critical role parents can play in supporting their children.

The book emphasises understanding rather than over-involvement, helping parents recognise when to step in and when to encourage independence. Hibbs and Rostain offer practical strategies to foster open communication, resilience, and self-advocacy in young adults. Their advice is informed by real-world case studies and research, providing actionable insights for parents worried about their child's mental well-being.

The Stressed Years of Their Lives is an invaluable guide for overwhelmed parents and their stressed-out children who are faced with uncertain futures, unrelenting pressure to perform and a world that leaves no room for reflection, insight or contemplation. This book is a must-read for parents looking to better support their college-bound teens in managing stress and achieving balance.