One of the things I ask a parent thinking about sending their child to camp -- particularly to a resident camp overnight -- is if they have a friend coming or would a friend be willing to go with them. I think that always helps ease the transition to a weeklong, or however long, overnight experience. At least have one person that can be their buddy and their confidant. |
They are living on their own to some extent and have to take care of themselves to some extent. |
We don't call it homesick. We call it missing home. There's not a sickness involved, it's a state of mind. |