Wellness & Staff
Services
Referral Process
Adolescent Metal Health
** Bonus **
100

Who places a major role in student and staff wellness?

ALL OF PACS!!!!

100

True or False

All services at the Center are provided in English ONLY. 

FALSE

All services can be provided in both English and Spanish

100

True or False

Anyone can make a referral

True!

100

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

100

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

200

Where is the Wellness Center located?

The Wellness Center is located on the first floor in room 107. 

200

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.

200

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. 

200

True or False

1 in 5 adolescents have a diagnoseable mental health concern 

TRUE

200

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 


300

True or False

Any Adult in the building can provide emergency medication to a child or adult.

False.

Only trained personnel are permitted to administer medication. 

300

What are the 3 levels of services we can provide

1. Physical Health

2. Mental Health

3. Behavioral Health

300

Who is the school's point person for referrals to the Wellness Center

Referrals can be given to the guidance staff

300

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

300

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

400

Name all Health & Wellness staff & their roles

Webb- Health & Wellness Clinician

Nurse K- CNA

El-Amin- Social Worker

Barrette- Social Worker

Amy Jo - Social Worker

Admin Team

400

Name at least 5 services that the wellness center can provide 


Individual Counseling

Group Counseling

Mentoring services (individual & Group)

Health Referrals

Crisis Intervention

De-escalation 

Mental Health Campaigns 

Workshops/ Presentations (for teachers & families)

Retreats


400

Describe the referral process

1. Identify a student who may benefit from services

2. Make a referral to guidance or wellness team

400

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

400

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.