(Bardick & Bernes, 2005)

* Possible causes include: genetic factors, lower levels of dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin, psychosocial stressors, certain prescription medications, and previous drug and alcohol dependence (Oyama & Piotrowski, 2020)

* Between 15 and 20 percent of adults will experience major depression at some point in their lifetime (Oyama & Piotrowski, 2020).

* By mid-late adolescence (peak age being 13-15 for onset), the rates for depression are almost the same as that of adults (Gotlib & Hammen, 2014)

May present with:

*  typically diagnosed during late teens years to early thirties (usually earlier for males than females) (NIMH, 2020).

* Gradual changes in mood and social behavior often begin before the first episode of psychosis (usually around mid-adolescence) (NIMH, 2020)

May present with:

* governs how states and local agencies provide services for eligible infants, toddlers, children and youth (US Department of Education, (n.d.)

* To qualify for services under IDEA, the student must have educational needs related to the disability (International Bipolar Foundation, n.d.)

Disabilities covered under IDEA:

(Understood For All, Inc., 2020a)

* Some students with an ED may have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), which can provide for specialized instruction to meet their educational needs (International Bipolar Foundation, n.d.).

* The IEP will include specifics regarding required modifications, accomadations, and instructional strategies designed to meet the individual student’s educational needs (International Bipolar Foundation, n.d.)

Available Accommodations/Modifications for ED:

* law stopping discrimmination against people with disabilities

* Broader definition of disability than IDEA

* Applies to any disability a child has that significantly limits one or more basic activities such as learning, reading, communicating, or thinking

* If a child does not qualify for an IEP under IDEA, they may still qualify for a plan under Section 504

(Understood For All, Inc., 2020b)

Provides:

(Understood For All, Inc., 2020b)

Step 2: Student referred to School Counselor (through student self referral, parent/guardian referral, or faculty/staff referral). Must obtain informed consent form from student and/or parent/guardian during this stage.

Step 3: School Counselor assesses situation and possible interventions identified.

Step 4: Interventions implemented and monitored.

* Possible Interventions include: in-school interventions, referral to in-school services, or referral to outside services

Step 5: Follow-up with referring individual, keeping confidentiality for student and family

Texas A&M Counseling and Assessment Clinic: non-profit agency provides a variety of counseling and assessment services utilizing state of the art psychological services for a variety of presenting problems   3370 S. Texas Avenue, Bryan, TX 77802, tel: 979-595-1770

Texas A&M Psychology Clinic: not-for-profit training facility for the Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program in the Department of Psychology at Texas A&M University. Graduate students who are completing advanced training under the direct supervision of the Clinical Psychology faculty provide clinic services  Suite 305 of the Psychology Building on Texas A&M campus. Tel: (979) 845-8017

Everhealth PLLC: . They accept some forms of Medicare, Medicaid and Blue Cross Blue Shield 307 S. Main St. Ste. 103, Bryan, Tel: 979-383-2074

Dr. Mahesh Dave MD: They are accepting new patients ONLY who have Blue Cross Blue Shield or if they are self-pay 1201 D Briarcrest Dr., Bryan, Tel: 979-776-5600

Dr. Lorene Henry, MD: . She ONLY accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield 1721 Birmingham Rd., Ste. 208, College Station, Tel: 979-696-5883

Texas A&M Physicians Psychiatry & Behavioral Health: They see patients by doctor’s referral ONLY 2900 E. 29th, Ste. 101, Bryan, Tel: 979-774-8200  

Suicide Prevention Lifeline: available for individuals of families experiencing crisis 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

The NAMI HelpLine: free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health conditions, their family members and caregivers, mental health providers and the public. Can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 am–6 pm, ET. 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or info@nami.org

American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Depression Resource Center: Frequently asked questions and listed resources for individuals and families facing depression disorder. aacap.org/aacap/Families_and_Youth/Resource_Centers/Depression_Resource_Center/Home.aspx

Healthy Place Parenting Community: offers in-depth information on various aspects of parenting as well as parenting a child with mental illness. Helps parents learn about parenting, mental health disorders, and offers support in managing child’s psychiatric symptoms. https://www.healthyplace.com/parenting.

Teenline: A community-based organization that provides emotional support for youth. CALL 800-852-8336 Toll-Free Nationwide TEXT TEEN to 839863

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance: comprehensive resource for those suffering from mood disorders. Provides education, tools and support. https://www.dbsalliance.org/

*  Adhere to ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors as related to Confidentiality (A.2) and Appropriate Referrals and Advocacy (A.6)

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA):

*  Adhere to FERPA regulations in regard to providing parents/guardians with student records as requested and in regards to releasing student information to any outside sources as necessary
(US Department of Education, 2018)

Gooding, D. C., Wolford, K., & Gooding, D. C. (2019). Bipolar disorder. Salem Press Encyclopedia of Health.

Gotlib, I. and Hammen, C. (2014). Handbook of Depression, Third Edition: Vol. Third edition. The Guilford Press.

International Bipolar Foundation. (n.d.). Accommodations for Students with Bipolar Disorder and Related Disabilities. https://ibpf.org/articles/accommodations-for-students-with-bipolar-disorder-and-related-disabilities/

Oyama, O., PhD, & Piotrowski, N. A., PhD. (2020). Depression. Magill’s Medical Guide.

National Institute of Mental Health [NIMH] (2020). Schizophrenia. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/schizophrenia/index.shtml

Understood For All, Inc. (2020a). The 13 disability categories under IDEA. https://www.understood.org/en/school-learning/special-services/special-education-basics/conditions-covered-under-idea

Understood For All, Inc. (2020b). The difference between IEPs and 504s. https://www.understood.org/en/school-learning/special-services/504-plan/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans

US Department of Education. (2018) Family educational rights and privacy act. https://www2.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/ferpa/index.html

US Department of Education. (n.d.). Individuals with disabilities act. https://sites.ed.gov/idea/

* Parent/guardian consent required for special services

Outside Services:

* Parent/guardian consent required for outside referral and for the release of information to outside service providers