Season 2, Episode 9: Sending a child with mental health struggles to college (Dr. Matthew Quick, Dean of Students, Rockhurst University)

Written By Susie Gurley

Sending a child to college is always challenging, but handing over one who struggles with mental health problems can be even more difficult. On this episode of the just a mom podcast, Rockhurst University Dean of Students Dr. Matthew Quick gives parents some strategies and tips on what to look for in a college or university and how to work will college officials to make a young adult’s transition to an institute of higher learning as smooth as possible.

Dr. Quick refers to FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act), which parents and students should become familiar with before sending a student to college. He also suggests some resources like the Sanvello app (www.sanvello.com).

Susie Gurley

Susie Gurley is the founder and host of Just a Mom podcast. Susie's journey to becoming a mental health advocate began after her youngest son's battle with depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation. She and her husband, Dan have an amazing family, including three children, a daughter-in-law and a son-in-law.

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