Test Your Knowledge

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients or parents may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to homesickness:

1. How can I combat my own homesickness?
   
   
2. How can I ease the transition for my teen from home to college?
   
   
3. How can I help prepare my child for being away from home?
   
   
4. What steps can I take to help prevent my child from becoming homesick?
   
   
5. What are the signs that my child may be homesick?
   
   
6. What questions should I ask the staff at my child’s camp?
   
   
7. How can I reassure my child if he/she complains of homesickness?
   
   
8. What should I do if my child says he/she wants to come home?
   
   
9. How will I know if my child’s homesickness is severe enough to require help?
   
   
10. What treatment options do you recommend for such severe homesickness?