Wellness Center & Staff
How many staff members are in the Wellness Center?
There are 4 staff members currently working in the Wellness Center
2 Clinicians, 1 Youth Advocate, & 1 Clinical Intern
True or False
All services at the Center are provided in Spanish.
FALSE
All services can be provided in both English and Spanish
True or False
Anyone can make a referral
True!
True or False
All Adolescents who show emotional distress, or are moody have a mental health disorder?
FALSE
Many Adolescents show/have emotional problems, have changing moods, and are angst ridden without the influence of a mental health disorder
True or False
50% of Latino/Hispanic youth have an unmet mental health need
FALSE
88% of Latino/Hispanic youth have unmet mental health needs
Where is the Wellness Center located?
The Wellness Center is located on the first floor in room 116.
True or False
We only provide services for the students.
FALSE
We do provide services for students AND their families but we also provide teacher support through workshops (PDs), teacher consultations. We can also meet with anyone who is having any concerns in the school.
True or False
You have to speak to student prior to making referral
False
Although its best practice to be transparent with the student and have a conversation with them about services it is not necessary.
You could always make the referral to the guidance staff and they can speak with the student regarding their interest in services, or bring referral to the wellness staff directly.
True or False
1 in 5 adolescents have a diagnoseable mental health concern
TRUE
True or False
Youth who live in low income housing show no difference in the prevalence of mental health disorders
FALSE
21% of Youth who come from low income homes have a HIGHER risk of developing a mental health disorder
How long has the Wellness Center Clinic been active at Pan American HS?
The center has been at Pan American HS for 3 years.
What are the 3 levels of services we can provide
1. Universal - School-wide services, i.e mental health campaign
2. Selective - Services for a specific population, i.e lunch groups
3. Targeted - Individualized services for admitted clients, i.e individual counseling sessions with clinician
Who is the school's point person for referrals to the Wellness Center
Referrals can be given to the guidance staff
Name 3 mental health diagnosis typically seen in adolescents
1. Depression
2. Anxiety
3. Eating Disorders
4. ADHD
5. Substance abuse
Although these are common diagnosis typically seen, adolescents can be diagnosed with ANY mental health diagnosis
True or False
Suicide is the 5th leading cause of death among adolescents
FALSE
Suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death among adolescents ages 15-24
Name all Wellness Center staff & their roles
David- Clinician
Carlen- Clinician
Raquel- Youth Advocate
Alex- Clinical Intern
Name at least 5 services that the wellness center can provide
Individual Counseling
Group Counseling
Selective groups
Mentoring services (individual & Group)
Family therapy
Crisis Intervention
Deescalation
Mental Health Campaigns
Workshops/ Presentations (for teachers & families)
Retreats
Describe the referral process
1. Identify a student who may benefit from services
2. Make a referral to guidance or wellness team
Name 5 warning signs that can show that an adolescent may be facing a mental health issue
Significant drop in school performance/ Poor grades
Severe worrying/anxiety that causes significant distress
Refusal to attend school, or engage in normative activites
Difficulty engaging/connecting with others
Change in sleeping/eating habits
Extreme difficulties concentrating
Prolonged negative mood, and low self esteem
Severe mood swings
Overly aggressive behaviors that lead to excessive fighting, arguments, and school suspensions.
Thoughts of suicide/homicide
Frequent complaints of physical pains, and aches
Prolonged or frequent substance use
True or False
LGBTQ Youth are more likely to attempt suicide than hetero-normative youth.
TRUE
LGBTQ youth are 3x more likely to attempt suicide.
Minority LGBTQ youth (African American, Latino/Hispanic, Native American, and Asian American) are 4x as likely to have a medically serious suicidal attempt.