Academic Issues

Today’s academic environment is very different from that of 20, 15, or even 10 years ago. Two-parent families who both work outside the home, the rise of technology – phones to video games and social media – standardized testing, and intense pressure to perform well in coursework and extracurricular activities, often create an environment that is not respectful of a learning mind, whatever the age.

Children, teenagers, or adults who are not performing or under performing at school often struggle with diverse and complex emotional and psychological factors. This might include difficulties adjusting to a new school, friend-set, or being away from home for the first time; having problems with a teacher, classmate or roommate; not understanding the curriculum or teaching model; or being too shy to ask for help. The result? Depression, anxiety, disordered eating, problems with concentration, low physical or mental energy, academic failure, and more.