Eric Karlan Interviews Suzy Goldstein of Childhood Solutions

Is the college application process taking a toll on your family's mental health? You aren't alone! In this episode, co-founder of Ivy Experience Eric Karlan sits down with Susie Goldstein, co-founder of Childhood Solutions (childhoodsolutions.com), to discuss rising rates of anxiety and stress among teens during the college-prep journey. Together, they break down: -How online posts and peer comparisons fuel stress for both students and parents. -Why mental health challenges accelerated after the pandemic. -Shifting the conversation away from perfect outcomes and focusing on manageable study skills and time management. -How parents can effectively support teens through deferrals, rejections, and decision season anxiety. -Practical ways to lighten the mood and reset during high-stress moments.