ALP 2021 by Andrea Bell https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev en-us 2021-04-11 21:19:07 UTC 2021-04-24 20:40:56 UTC hello@padlet.com The Advocacy Issue bellrose337 https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1404982351 The advocacy issue regarding the student-centered challenge based on research is "Body Image Perception." 


Ongoing body image issues may possibly lead to mental illness or risky actions impacting student achievement, attendance, or behavior(www.mayoclinic.org). For example a student experiencing  self-esteem issues may feel withdrawn and often hesitant about interacting with their
peers(mayoclinic.org). 

They may struggle with attending school, which can result in attendance issues(mayoclinic.org). These students may lack interest in school work or participating in class which can cause a drop in academic achievement(mayoclinic.org). 

What can be done to address these gaps such as attendance, etc is to as a school counselor provide students with social-emotional support with regularly scheduled small group and individual counseling to students experiencing attendance and achievement issues due to self-esteem struggles(ASCA.org)

Examples of negative body  perception can lead to some teens to engage in risky actions such as drug and alcohol use(apa.org).

According to Womens Health.gov, (2019), causes of negative body image perception can be "Being teased or bullied as a child for how you looked, Being told you’re ugly, too fat, or too thin or having other aspects of your appearance criticized, Seeing images or messages in the media (including social media) that make you feel bad about how you look, Having underweight, overweight, or obesity".

This advocacy issue addresses "High School Students" in the grade level (9-12). 


]]> 2021-04-11 21:32:26 UTC https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1404982351 The Program bellrose337 https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405128804 The "Body Positivity" small group program is implemented in order to encourage positive-self esteem. 

The body positive small group is done to incorporate according to Mayo Clinic (2021), "his or her personal characteristics such as strength, persistence and kindness".

 An example is "The Body Pledge" students will do in small group! This pledge is a start to elevated self-esteem, which may elevate the student's overall mood towards feeling confident in attending school, achieving to their best ability, and positive peer support/interaction. 


References of evidence-based strategies or techniques 


Mayo Clinic Staff (April 06, 2021). Healthy body image: Tips for for guiding teens. Retrieved from  https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/tween-and-teen-health/in-depth/healthy-body-image/art-20044668











]]> 2021-04-11 23:40:47 UTC https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405128804 Wellcast - Self Esteem Tips: Dealing with Body Image Issues bellrose337 https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405432420


]]> 2021-04-12 02:03:22 UTC https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405432420 How to Build a Better Body Image with Therapist Katie Morton! bellrose337 https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405485183 2021-04-12 02:26:43 UTC https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405485183 Body Image, Self-Confidence, and Self-Esteem bellrose337 https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405535734 2021-04-12 02:49:38 UTC https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405535734 The Program Goal: Encourage student overall achievement, by elevating student behavior(self-esteem/mood) bellrose337 https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405563799
SMART FORMAT

By May 20, 2021 students in grades (9-12) "Spring Term Small Group " who had declining grades in the Fall Term will have an increase in grades over a 5 month time to about 25% from the fall school term (Aug-Dec 2020).


]]> 2021-04-12 03:02:33 UTC https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405563799 The Body Pledge! bellrose337 https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405599666 2021-04-12 03:20:35 UTC https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405599666 ASCA Mindsets bellrose337 https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405688337
M 1. Belief in development of whole self, including a healthy balance of mental, social/ emotional and physical well-being 

M 2. Self-confidence in ability to succeed

 M 3. Sense of belonging in the school environment 

M 4. Understanding that postsecondary education and life-long learning are necessary for long-term career success 

M 5. Belief in using abilities to their fullest to achieve high-quality results and outcomes 

M 6. Positive attitude toward work and learning  (ASCA,2019).

]]> 2021-04-12 04:10:48 UTC https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405688337 ASCA Behaviors bellrose337 https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405712908 Learning Strategies
B-LS 1. Demonstrate critical-thinking skills to make informed decisions

Self-Management Skill
B-SMS 1. Demonstrate ability to assume responsibility

Social Skills
B-SS 1. Use effective oral and written communication skills and listening skills (ASCA, 2019).]]> 2021-04-12 04:22:48 UTC https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405712908 Involving Stakeholders bellrose337 https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405743992
  • Parents- Have conversation and engage in self-esteem activities with your teens! Monitor Social Media use
  • School administrators- Enforce anti-bullying rules, approve programs beneficial to teens regarding mental, social, and physical health
  • Teachers- Provide counseling referrals 
  • School Counselors- Implement efficient social, emotional, academic programs, lessons, small group. Communicate with all stakeholders
  • Advocate for students mental and physical well being
  • Community Members-Organize  community activities for both teen girls and boys (ASCA, 2019). 

    • ]]>     2021-04-12 04:41:00 UTC https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405743992     References of evidence-based strategies or techniques bellrose337 https://padlet.com/bellrose337/ag30l4fnz2ur8qev/wish/1405799812
    American Psychological Association. (2020, February 25). Weight-based bullying linked to increased adolescent alcohol, marijuana use [Press release]. http://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2020/02/weight-based-bullying

    Association, A.S. C. (2019). The ASCA National Model: A Framework for School Counseling Programs, fourth edition. [MBS Direct]. Retrieved from https://mbsdirect.vitalsource.com/#/books/978-1-929289-61-5/

    American School Counselor Association. (2021). Closing the achievement gap specialist. Retrieved from
    https://www.schoolcounselor.org/Events-Professional-Development/Professional-Development/ASCA-U-Specialist-Training/Closing-the-Achievement-Gap-Specialist.

    Mayo Clinic Staff (April 06, 2021). Healthy body image:     Tips for for guiding teens. Retrieved from  https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/tween-and-teen-health/in-depth/healthy-body-image/art-20044668

    Office on Women’s Health in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. ( March 27, 2019).     Body image. Retrieved from https://www.womenshealth.gov/mental-health/body-image-and-mental-health/body-image


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