Keywords:
Mental Health, University Committee, Collaboration
Presented by:
Joanie Hazelton
Pam Smyth
Key Statement:
The creation of a university wide committee to address prevention, awareness, reduction of stigma, and initial crisis response skills to impact deteriorating mental health on campus.
Abstract:
Prevention, awareness, reduction of stigma and initial crisis response skills are crucial when addressing deteriorating mental health on a university campus. A committee, made up of students, staff, and faculty was created to develop a framework for implementation of training, support, and treatment at a university level. This poster will highlight a wide range of initiatives taking place to help address mental health needs. Committee creation, implementation, research of the initiatives, and next steps will be shared.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Present current initiatives designed to address mental health at a university.
2. Demonstrate the strengths and weaknesses of a multi-layered approach to understanding and improving mental health for faculty, staff, and students.
3. Share successes and barriers to the creation, implementation, and research of a Mental Health Committee.
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References
American Psychiatric Association, (2018). What is mental health? Retrieved from https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/what-is-mental-illness
Brown, B. (2021). Atlas of the heart: Mapping meaningful connection and the language of human experience. Random House.
Mental Health First Aid USA. (2020). Mental Health First Aid USA for Adults Assisting Adults. Washington, DC: National Council for Mental Wellbeing.
Wingart, D. (2023). Three Strategies that Support Student Well-Being and Mental Health. https://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/equality-inclusion-and-diversity/three-strategies-that-support-student-well-being-and-mental-health/ (retrieved Jan, 30 2024)
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