Often psychological and emotional problems present during the course of college or graduate school. The period of emerging adulthood from 18 to 25 is considered a robust time of psychological growth with numerous developmental challenges. As parents, you may observe behavioral signs or changes that concern you. The following list offers some behavioral signs that may reflect potential problems: 

1. Aggressive or threatening behavior
2. Social withdrawal or other marked change in social habits
3. Marked changes in personal hygiene
4. Preoccupation with weight, food or exercise
5. Dramatic weight loss or gain
6. Excessive crying, emotionality or mood changes
7. Marked changes in energy level (e.g., listlessness or hyperactivity)
8. Noticeable changes potentially associated with drinking or drug use
9. Increases in pessimism, hopelessness or helplessness
10. Change in academic habits (e.g., a historically hard-working student who seems not to care about academic performance anymore)
11. Bizarre behaviors (e.g., paranoia, strange speech patterns)
12. References to suicide or death
13. Any other behaviors or symptoms which represent a distinct departure from the behavior you have always seen from your daughter or son