When anxiety takes hold, young adults often feel stuck—trapped in self-doubt, overwhelmed by expectations, unsure where to begin. While no single action will solve everything, there are parent strategies for anxious young adults that create small, steady wins. These strategies begin at home and build momentum over time. Based on our work at World Wide Youth Mentoring, … Read more

Mentoring a young adult with anxiety often starts slow—but the progress can be profound. Watching your child struggle with anxiety is one of the most helpless feelings a parent can face. You want to protect them. Guide them. Motivate them. But every suggestion can feel like pressure. Every effort to help might trigger resistance, withdrawal, … Read more