NPR – Jasmine Garsd
“All over the country, high school graduates are making the jump to college. They’re getting to know their roommates, buying supplies, and saying tearful goodbyes to parents. It’s a stressful time for any family, but consider this: For the growing number of students dealing with mental health issues, it can be a terrifying transition. Sometimes, it raises the question: Is college really an option? That’s the case with Luis, a bright young man from Virginia with a brain injury and bipolar disorder. I first met Luis in late June — on the day of his high school graduation. (To protect his privacy, we’re using only his middle name.) His forehead was moist with sweat from his blue cap and gown and the muggy southern heat — but mostly, because he was nervous.”(more)