Navigating Mental Health Challenges During a Long-Distance Launch

A parent seeks advice on coping with the mixed emotions of their 23-year-old son moving 2,000 miles away, considering his past mental health challenges and their own anxiety. The columnist advises dealing with the emotional roller coaster privately through counseling, self-care, distractions, and nurturing activities, without burdening the son. The parent is reminded that their role has changed as their child became an adult, and it's important to be patient with oneself during this transition. In a separate question, another person expresses nervousness about starting therapy and is encouraged to write down doubts and fears as a way to address them in therapy, emphasizing the importance of setting the agenda and finding a supportive therapist.