How can I help my teen deal with college-application stress?

College kids on campus

If you are reading this NurtureNook entry, you are likely a parent of a teen who is approaching the end of her/his high school experience. This also means that you are negotiating the “next step” with your teen. The first decision is whether the next step is college, the workforce, or perhaps taking a gap year experience. If college is your child’s next step, get ready for an intense ride.