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[quote=Anonymous]My child has had a similar experience. The first question to ask is if DC is getting enough sleep. It sounds simple, but sleep hygiene goes off the rails for many young freshmen, and for some kids that has a bigger impact. If nervous exhaustion is part of DC's overwhelm, make a calculated choice to dial something back. The next thing to pick apart is whether or not the social issue is mainly with DC's athletic teammates. It sounds like your DC has other supportive social contacts, so perhaps encourage focusing on those if DC doesn't sync with their team. Athletics is hard because often kids will have little in common except their sport, yet they are put into proximity for a large amount of time. Loneliness in a group can be the result. Ask your DC if they still feel fulfilled by their sport for its own sake, and if they can see a time when it takes a backseat to other interests in their life. Even if they aren't ready to move on to new pursuits, seeding the idea that their athletic experience isn't defining might help.[/quote]

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