Crisis and Trauma Resource Padlet by Laceidra Moten https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo Laceidra Moten EDG-6332-DF1 en-us 2022-01-24 01:27:11 UTC 2022-03-08 17:33:43 UTC hello@padlet.com Unit 1 - Mental Health Concerns lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2044842246 The biggest take away from this unit was the statistics surrounding mental health.  Mental health can affect all areas of a person life.  It can affect their relationships with family and friends and their school or work performance.  50 percent of chronic mental illness start before 14 years of age, 1 in 5 adults live with a mental illness.  Being aware of this information will help me become more effective in raising awareness in hopes of reducing the stigma associated with mental health.  It has raised my awareness for the needed resources and services needed to combat the increase in mental illness.  Prior to reading the material and doing research in this area, I realized how uninformed I was on the topic.  I was also able to self-reflect and identify areas in which I need to develop.

Researching the various mental health disorders was very informative and beneficial and will be useful in my current role by being able to recognize and identify warning signs of mental illness in children.  Some of the warning signs include outbursts or extreme irritability, talking about death or suicide, changes in academic performance or eating habits, missing school, persistent sadness, self-harm or difficulty sleeping. Early diagnosis and appropriate services can make a difference in the lives of children.  Everyone is affected by mental health issues in some form or fashion.  The fact that one in five Americans will experience a diagnosable mental disorder in any given year (NAMI, 2019) was very alarming because often these mental health issues are not diagnosed.  Parents, teachers and others in the helping profession must work together to create the best learning environment for the child.  Teachers spend a lot of time with the children and they may notice warning signs that the parents may not have noticed.  It is imperative that when we notice something, we should say something and perhaps prevent a lifetime of suffering.]]> 2022-02-13 18:50:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2044842246 Local Emergency and Non-Emergency Support Services lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082702286
https://integralcare.org/en/crisis-services/]]> 2022-03-07 23:32:38 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082702286 Crisis Text Line lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082706346 2022-03-07 23:37:07 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082706346 Thoughts of Suicide lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082713213 2022-03-07 23:44:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082713213 SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082719384 2022-03-07 23:49:46 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082719384 ACA Code of Ethics lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082729642 The ACA Code of Ethics is my safety net.  It helps me make the right decisions according to the profession.  It provides a sense of protection while working with diverse clients and populations.  It supports student development and ensures that they are treated with dignity and respect as unique individuals.  It is a compliance manual to protect myself and the client.  

For example, knowing that harm to self and others, bullying and child abuse.  It provides a sense of protections while working with diverse clients and populations.  It’s my guide to ensure compliance.  It prevents me from any legal issues.  It is a compliance manual to protect myself and the client.  It supports student development and it ensures that they are treated with dignity and respect as unique individuals.
 
]]> 2022-03-07 23:59:09 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082729642 Introduction lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082733871 Laceidra Moten

M.A. in Mental Health and Wellness Counseling

Personal Goal – Complete Master’s degree within next two years so that I can broaden my perspective and improve my counseling skills.

Professional Goal – Be able to communicate with influence and impact so that I can inspire and motivate others to be the best version of themselves.

I would like to have a solid foundation and understanding on trauma, mental health concerns and its effects on youth since this is the population that I work with.   I would like to be able to accurately identify the various types of mental health concerns and understand the impact of trauma as it relates to the student so that I may properly assess them and assist them in getting the services and help they may need.   

I don’t have any immediate plans of becoming a Counselor, however, this course is developing me personally and professionally and will be beneficial in my day to day life as well as my current role of being a middle school Registrar, working with families.  I have learned a lot about myself and I’ve been able to identify and confront some of my childhood trauma that was still affecting me. 
]]> 2022-03-08 00:03:07 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082733871 Unit 2 - Trauma lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082738230 My take away from this unit was the impact of childhood trauma and the effect in a child’s life.  More than two thirds of children reported at least 1 traumatic event by age 16.  Some traumatic events include psychological, physical or sexual abuse, witnessing or experiencing domestic violence, sudden or violent loss of a loved one, neglect and many others.  Children can and do recover from traumatic events.  A critical part of the child’s recover is having a support system and access to treatment.  The effect of trauma is different for everyone.  Early intervention can minimize the effect the trauma will have on the rest of the child’s life and can prevent emotional or developmental issues.

 I thoroughly enjoyed watching the documentary on Athlete A and discussing the documentaries that others watched.  The various perspectives and insight definitely broadened my perspective on the complexities of trauma.  It’s important to recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma as it can have a lasting affect in a person’s life.  “Signs of traumatic stress in middle and high school children include feeling depressed or alone, developing eating disorders or self-harming behaviors, abusing alcohol or drugs and becoming involved in risky sexual behavior” (samhsa.gov) 
]]> 2022-03-08 00:06:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082738230 References lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082740675 References

ABC Model of Crisis Intervention, https://psychology-info.com/abc-model-of-crisis-intervention

Adverse Childhood Experiences, https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces

Understanding Child Trauma, https://samhsa.gov/child-trauma/understanding-child-trauma 
]]> 2022-03-08 00:08:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2082740675 Importance of Cultural Competence lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2084053584 It is important to understand that we will work with people from a diverse environment with unique histories and experience.  We must be able to interact, communicate, build relationships and work effectively with people with diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.   We must acknowledge and accept the differences in appearance, behavior, beliefs and culture norms as we will encounter diverse clients from a wide range of backgrounds.  We must be willing to listen and ask questions in an attempt to understand the client’s story.  We must be self-aware and aware of our own biases and be mindful that self-awareness is an ongoing process.  When we have a greater understanding of other cultures we will be more impactful in our service and support to the clients we serve.  

To be culturally competent, you should always practice active listening, empathy and engagement. ]]> 2022-03-08 14:08:42 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2084053584 What are ACEs? lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2084098293 Another term that you may hear a clinician use when referring to difficult or scary experiences is Adverse Childhood Experiences or ACEs. The ACE study is an ongoing research study that explores the relationship between childhood trauma experience and long-term medical health and social consequences. Results show that approximately 65% of children experience at least 1 adverse event during their childhood and that nearly 40% of children experience at least 2 or more ACEs. This study further has repeatedly found that the greater number of ACEs a child has been exposed to, the greater he/she is at risk for developing physical and mental health problems throughout their lifespan (e.g. heart and lung disease, alcoholism, risk for intimate partner violence, drug use, poor academic or work performance, depression, suicide) ACEs include many traumatic experiences, but are broader in nature. The original ACEs study included the following 10 adverse childhood experiences:

1.    Physical abuse
2.    Sexual abuse
3.    Emotional abuse
4.    Physical neglect
5.    Emotional neglect
6.    Mother treated violently
7.    Household substance abuse
8.    Household mental illness
9.    Parental separation or divorce
10.  Incarcerated household member

Since the original study, the list has expanded to include additional types of adverse experiences. 
 
For more information about ACEs, please visit acestudy.org.
]]> 2022-03-08 14:28:30 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2084098293 ABC Model lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2084112038 2022-03-08 14:34:34 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2084112038 Signs and Symptoms of Traumatic Stress lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2084178827 When your child experiences traumatic stress, he or she may act in an uncharacteristic or not typical way for him or her. These reactions may continue for days, weeks, or months after the traumatic experience. They also could emerge weeks or months after the event took place. Remember these are normal reactions to your child having survived an overwhelming life experience.

The signs and symptoms of traumatic stress look different in each child and at different ages.

The diagram is to help family members understand traumatic stress symptoms by age.

The Diagram was recreated from the Understanding Trauma webpage within NCTSN’s Resources for Parents and Caregivers website. 
]]> 2022-03-08 15:04:05 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2084178827 Unit 3 - Crisis lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2084291615 A crisis is any event or period that will lead, or may lead, to an unstable and dangerous situation affecting an individual, group, or all of society. Crises are negative changes in the human or environmental affairs, especially when they occur abruptly, with little or no warning. 

The Psychological First Aid training was impactful and it equipped me with the skills necessary to respond in the aftermath of a disaster.  I am confident in my ability to respond appropriately to a crisis situation.

The ABC model of crisis intervention is used to treat crisis situations, change behaviors and reduce suicidal ideation.  The goal is to challenge negative beliefs and reshape them in a more positive way.  I am more cognizant of how my thoughts and feelings affect my behavior.  I use the ABC model in my daily life by challenging my own irrational thoughts about situations and turn them into a positive emotion.
]]> 2022-03-08 15:56:33 UTC https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2084291615 Referral Process lmoten3 https://padlet.com/lmoten3/m605am380fead2jo/wish/2084490580 If you become concerned during the school day with a student, reach out to an Administrator as soon as possible. 

The Admin Team will coordinate with Counseling Team to support the student and follow Protocol.

Once the Admin team has assessed the needs of the student and tried various evidence-based interventions and positive behavioral supports for a period of time without improvement, then more intensive services may be needed.

The student/family will be referred to outside agencies in order to receive the support/services they need.

THERE IS NOT A GRACE PERIOD FOR REPORTING SUCIDAL THOUGHTS OR IDEATION FROM STUDENTS. DISCLOSURE SHOULD ALWAYS BE IMMEDIATE. 
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