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Supporting Student Mental Health and Wellbeing Creating a Community of Care in the era of COVID 19 October 1, 2020 Agenda Student Health & Wellness Unit Background Creating a Community of Care COVID-19 Impact and Trends in
Creating a Community of Care in the era
October 1, 2020
Student Health & Wellness Unit
services that help students to be healthy, be mindful, be active, be well, BE IOWA STATE.
the 8 dimensions:
üPhysical üIntellectual üOccupational üSpiritual üEnvironmental üFinancial üSocial üEmotional
The Student Health & Wellness Unit approach to services involves building a community of care that supports all students at every level of need. By engaging our campus as partners, we can mobilize a community that promotes holistic wellness and success at ISU. Recognition of the impact of COVID-19 and recent and continued acts of racial and xenophobic violence on our health and wellbeing as an individual, community, and society
Other Stressors
and injustice impacting students of color & indigenous students, faculty & staff
search concerns
fear & anxiety
contracting illness or family health
resources, future, needs
depression & boredom
mood
with extended time in isolation
anger, frustration, & irritability
personal freedom
length and future
It is common to experience strong emotions, fears, and anxiety in response to a crisis
Where are you now?
During June 24–30, 2020, U.S. adults reported considerably elevated adverse mental health conditions associated with COVID-19.
completing the survey (10.7%) ⚬ Respondents aged 18–24 years (25.5%), ⚬ Minority racial/ ethnic groups ￭ Hispanic respondents [18.6%] ￭ non-Hispanic black respondents [15.1%]
half of respondents who were aged 18–24 years (74.9%)
serious suicidal ideation in the previous 30 days were most commonly reported by persons aged 18–24 years. All - Anxiety 3x and Depressive 4x compared to last year.
depressive disorder, COVID-19–related TSRD, increased substance use, and suicidal ideation than did non-Hispanic whites or non-Hispanic Asian respondents.
Nationally, prior to COVID-19, 1:3 students experienced significant mental health concerns with depression, anxiety, and relationship concerns as top issues. Grad and professional 6x more likely to experience anxiety or depression compared to general adult population Since the COVID-19 Pandemic, 80% of students report experiencing a negative impact on their mental health, with 20% reporting that their mental health has significantly worsened. Increases in suicidal ideation 25.4%, anxiety & depressive symptoms. University staff/faculty report significant stress and concerns related to COVID- 19 and impact.
Only 40% seek help, Students of color are less likely to seek services, experience greater rates of feeling overwhelmed in their first year, and report greater rates
International Students
Graduate Students
Felt things were hopeless
Self-injury, Suicide attempt
Seriously considered suicide
Felt very lonely
National College Health Assessment (2019)
Felt so depressed difficult to function
Felt overwhelming anxiety
ISU Students reported within the past 12 months they...
Impact of Student Wellbeing on Academic Success
Student health and wellbeing are inextricably linked to student academic success, retention, and persistence to graduation.
National College Health Assessment 2019: Factors Impacting Academic Performance
Mental Health, demand for mental health services on college campuses has increased dramatically over the past 10 years. 6x growth in enrollment
counseling or psychiatric services which started during middle or high school
creates challenges to expand services
designed to address long-term care
provide 5-10 counseling sessions before referring to community services
services are also limited in the community
services should ideally be structured
faculty
Recognizing Signs of Distress & Barriers
C H A N G E S I N B E H A V I O R A N D M O O D W I T H D R A W N O R I S O L A T I N G E X P R E S S I O N S O F H O P E L E S S N E S S O R W O T H L E S S N E S S L O S S O F I N T E R E S T O R M O T I V A T I O N
S T I G M A / E M B A R R A S S M E N T P R E F E R E N C E F O R S E L F - R E L I A N C E D I F F I C U LT Y R E C O N G I Z I N G S Y M P T O M S O R D I S T R E S S " O T H E R S N E E D I T M O R E "
C U L T U R E . U K | H I @ C U L T U R E . U K
FRIENDLY FACE NON-JUDGEMENTAL TONE ASK OPEN ENDED QUESTIONS USE "LISTENING SKILLS" CONSIDER PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION
CREATING AN OPPORTUNITY TO CONNECT
O - Open-ended questions. Helps people open up with what they’re really feeling and thinking - "Tell me about what’s concerning you…, what would be most helpful right now? Share with me about how you are feeling" A - Affirmation. Helps people feel accepted and validated.
sounds like you're experiencing a challenging time right now." R - Reflective listening. Helps people feel understood or offers a place for misunderstandings to be clarified. "I’m hearing you say…, It’s sounds like…, So I’m hearing that you’re feeling/needing…" S - Summarizing. Brings the conversation together and can be a place to move into action
and 4. check in to see if there’s anything more you can assist with)
Use OARS to guide difficult conversations
DISCUSS FEARS ABOUT SEEKING SERVICES, BARRIERS, BENEFIT
ENCOURAGE
CONTACT INFO, LOCATION, HOW ACCESS SERVICES
PROVIDE RESOURCE INFO
RANGING FROM PROVIDING #, CALLING, OR WALKING STUDENT OVER
CONTACT
We will provide support, information, and guidance Clarify role, problem, needs, and options
Formulating a response, next steps, and ongoing assistance
WHEN UNSURE – CONSULTATION OPTIONS
Ways to Create a Supportive Environment
Department specific and syllabus statement welcoming topic of mental health and encouraging use of resources, download CELT’s Mindful & Learner-Centered Syllabus Checklist (PDF) http://bit.ly/celtsyllabus
MAKE A STATEMENT
Encourage conversations about professional development. Talking about it normalizes, reduces distress, fosters help seeking.
CHECK IN'S
What do you do to connect in your culture, to make people feel welcomed.
FOSTER SENSE OF BELONGINGNESS
Develop informal mentorships within the dept outside complexities of advisor/faculty dynamics not connected to evaluation or funding.
CREATE INFORMAL MENTORSHIPS
Mental Health Awareness and Training
üExample – Student Assistance (https://www.studentassistance.dso.iastate.edu/)
üExplore what ISU offers üMental Health First Aid, Community of care trainings, Student Health & Wellness staff üSuicide Prevention Trainings: Campus Connect, RESPOND, Kognito üShare health and wellness communication materials, Physical copies, social media
üSyllabus statement
BE PREPARED: KNOW SIGNS AND STEPS TO TAKE BE HEALTHY.BE SUCCESSFUL: COMMIT TO A WELLNESS ROUTINE AND REFUEL YOURSELF REGULARLY GET CONNECTED: FORM CONNECTIONS AND PATHWAYS FOR SUPPORT
Self Care When Supporting Others
You can't pour from an empty cup. Self-care isn't
necessary.
Psychologically Physically Socially Spiritually
W H A T H E L P S : S T R A T E G I E S F O R W E L L N E S S
P R O M O T E C O N N E C T I O N I N S O M E F O R M . M A I N T A I N R O U T I N E A N D B A L A N C E I N Y O U R L I F E W I T H S L E E P, E A T I N G , E X E R C I S E , B A S I C N E E D S S T A Y I N F O R M E D W I T H I N L I M I T S A N D K N O W Y O U R R E S O U R C E S S E L F C A R E T H R O U G H M I N D F U L S E L F - C O M P A S S I O N , M E A N I N G F U L A N D V A L U E S B A S E D A C T I V I T I E S F O C U S O N W H A T S I N Y O U R C O N T R O L : N O T W H A T I F ' S B U T W H A T C A N I D O R I G H T N O W ?
Campus Resources for Students, Faculty & Staff
can link to all 4 departments.
ISU Mental Health Resources
counseling, and couples counseling.
through psychiatry.
health issues, and resources for learning more and getting help.
self-help/ )
ISU Mental Health Resources
(https://bit.ly/isu-mental-health)
Student Wellness (https://www.studentwellness.iastate.edu/)
(https://bit.ly/isu-SBIRT)
Recreation Services (https://www.recservices.iastate.edu/)
STUDENT CENTERED
We continue to offer no wait for services at SCS. Students will see a provider on the same day of their initial request. Services are FREE & CONFIDENTIAL,
ACCESSIBLE
First appointments (WIT): M-Th we offer first appointment access 8am-3pm. We have a team of 5-7 clinicians assigned per day to support our access model.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
We are maximizing the use of telehealth services and will be providing all routine and ongoing care through telehealth (video based counseling) including groups
CRISIS SUPPORT
Crisis services this fall are offered by telehealth, within SCS via telehealth, or in limited situations will be provided in-person. Any in-person service will be limited to crisis only.
STUDENT COUNSELING SERVICES- FALL PLAN
STUDENT NEEDS SCS SYSTEM
STUDENT COUNSELING SERVICES
request form and have a number of presentations/skills videos available on our YouTube page. ⚬ Supporting Others and Ourselves: Promoting a Community of Care in the COVID-19 Pandemic ⚬ Anxiety during Stressful Times ⚬ Healthy Habits during COVID-19 ⚬ Self-Compassion ⚬ Being Stuck Together – In a Good Way ⚬ Life Hack: Going Home for Breaks ⚬ Unhooking from Unhelpful Thoughts
Let’s Talk provides a confidential space for brief consultation, problem solving, and support with staff members from Iowa State University’s Student Counseling Service (SCS). The service is free for all students and Let’s Talk is being hosted virtually during the Fall 2020 semester Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Let’s Talk appointments are first-come, first-served.
SCS YouTube Informal connections
Calming Your Worry Leave Your Blues Behind Let Go and Be Well Improve Your Mood Relationships and Communication Pain Management Evaluating Alcohol and Drug Use Recovery Skills
Therapy Assistance Online (TAO)
Free | Effective | Confidential | Accessible
SCS is pleased to offer self-help resources online to students, staff, and
programs that address mental health challenges and life stressors. Topics explored include:
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