Information for Parents

The staff here at Counseling and Substance Abuse Services wants to be partners with you to help ensure the success of your student, both academically and socially/psychologically/physically/spiritually and in any other way we can help them or you.

Mental Health Concerns:  If you have concerns about a student's mental health, either your son or daughter or someone else who has been brought to your attention, you have the option of filling out an anonymous form that will go to the Dean of Students, who can reach out to this student and assess their well being.

Depression? Can you recognize the signs of depression in your student?  Do you know the suicide warning signs? Get more information on suicide prevention.

Thank you for trusting the College of Charleston with the well-being and personal/professional development of your son or daughter!

As a parent you play an enormously important role in their initial and ongoing adjustment here at the college and we are available to you to assist all students achieve their potential, and negotiate through the many challenges they face.

More Information:  More detailed information for parents is available here. 

Dangers of Alcohol Misuse:  Before and After Carson's Death

Possible Drug Use? If you have concerns that your son or daughter is abusing drugs, please read this.

Successful Transition to College - What Every Parent Needs to Know. A PowerPoint Presentation from the January, 2012 Family Orientation. Also available in pdf format.