Referring
Students
The Anxious Student
When
you encounter a student who you suspect is struggling with an anxious
condition: Do…..Don't….
The Demanding Student
These
students may demand a lot of time and attention. When dealing with a
demanding student: Do…Don't….
The Distressed Student
Fortunately,
depression responds to treatment, and 80-90 percent of those treated
show improvement. Research supports the use of both medication and psychotherapy
for the most effective treatment of major depression. When dealing with
a depressed student: Do...Don't...
The Eating Disorder Student
When
you suspect a student may have an eating disorder: Do…Don't…
The Suicidal Student
Suicide
is the second leading cause of death among college students. Suicidal
states are time limited and usually associated with major depression,
the combination of acute anxiety and severe depression, post traumatic
stress disorder, and bipolar disorder. When you suspect a student is
suicidal: Do...Don't
The Student out of touch with Reality
Eventually
parts of these definitions were grouped into classifications that describe
different disorders and/or associated features of disorders. When you
encounter a student who demonstrates a gross impairment in reality testing:
Do….Don't…..
The Verbally Aggressive And Potentially
Violent Student
Some
of the most difficult situations involve dealing with potential danger
to self or others, especially when the danger is associated with aggressive
behavior. When you encounter a verbally aggressive or potentially violent
student: Do…Don't…
Advising & Counseling for Problem
Students
When
brief, friendly interactions are insufficient, or you think a student
could benefit from help which you or the course professor cannot provide,
encourage the student to contact the appropriate University service.
