Wellness & Staff
Who places a major role in student and staff wellness?
ALL OF PACS!!!!
True or False
All services at the Center are provided in English ONLY.
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 107.
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
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.
What are the 3 levels of services we can provide
1. Physical Health
2. Mental Health
3. Behavioral Health
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 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
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
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.