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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This is so difficult, OP.  I'm an academic coach at health science center,  and in the last few weeks I've met remotely with so many shell-shocked students who are lonely and already doubting their decision to matriculate.  Our medical students started last week and there were already students crying by the third day because they're lonely and overwhelmed.  Our dental students started last month and I can see that they're already starting to adjust.  It just takes a bit of time and some encouragement to reach outside of their comfort zone to find new ways to connect.  You might encourage him to see if he can schedule with a counselor on campus, although the wait times may be a few weeks.  Most campuses have good support networks for students (advisors, RAs, student life staff, etc) who are eager to connect with students as they adjust to college life.  Sending good thoughts to your son (and you!) during this difficult time.[/quote]

This is a great answer, op.  I'm sorry for your son, but please give him some time before suggesting he come home.  I am super outgoing, and obviously went to school in a non-pandemic time, but I was even lonely the first couple of weeks.  The only time in my life I have felt that.
BTW, my son is going to college as a freshman too, so maybe I"ll feel lonely soon too![/quote]

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