Resources
DEFINE and WIGing
General Bens Knowledge
100
This organization assists the University community in handling emergencies or critical incidents involving the welfare and safety of students. Can be helpful to refer peers who are concerned about their friends.
Student Intervention Services
100
What is wigging?
What I Got: Clarifying questions, etc.
100
What are the Ten Golden Rules of Peer Counseling?
(1) Be nonjudgmental, (2) be empathetic, (3) don’t give personal advice (4) Don’t ask why questions, (5) don’t take responsibility for their problems (6) Always keep the spotlight on the peer, (7) be aware of the context (8) Recognize that the peer is a student just like you (9) There is always room for continual improvement and (10) make sure to deal with feelings first
200
What does PAACH stand for?
Pan Asian-American Community House
200
Name all the aspects of DEFINE
Define the problem Explore possible solutions Find alternatives Identify possible outcomes Narrow down options Establish best actions
200
Who are the Penn Bens Board Members?
Andreas, Phillip, Max, Jasmine, Nikhil, Wendy, Scott, Madeleine, Stefanie, Gabby
300
A peer comes in and explains that he has bipolar disorder. He says he is seeing a counselor but is frustrated because he feels like his illness is impeding his ability to focus and take tests. Where do you refer him?
Student Disability Services
300
What types of questions should you ask when counseling?
Open ended questions, no "why" questions, clarifying questions, etc...
300
What is Bill's phone number?
(215) 704-4852
400
You're with a peer who tells you that she is crying several days each week and has lost interest in activities she once loved. She says she doesn't want to go to CAPS. What do you do?
Refer to list of outside counselors, etc...
400
WIG this situation: I’m trying to create the perfect workout schedule during the school year. I want to get stronger and faster, while losing weight. Except I can’t seem to reach any of my goals. Every time I plan to go to the gym, I end up not feeling like going and staying home. When I do go, I feel self-conscious and end up leaving after walking around a bit.
It sounds like...