Student Mental Health: Awareness, Intervention and Referral

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What percentage of US children aged 3-17 have a mental, emotional, developmental, or behavioral disorder according to the 2022 National Healthcare Quality and Disparities Report?

The child exhibits a range of physical symptoms, such as stomachaches and frequent bathroom breaks.

Which of the following behaviors is most likely to indicate a young child is experiencing persistent anxiety in the classroom?

Hyperactivity transitioning to restlessness, continued inattention, and challenges with emotional regulation

Which of the following changes in ADHD symptoms is a teacher most likely to observe in adolescent students?

Implement a range of classroom-based strategies to help the student manage their anxiety, such as emotional check-ins, modeling regulation skills, and providing structure.

Which of the following is the MOST appropriate action for a teacher to take when supporting a student who is struggling with anxiety in the classroom?

Report the observations about the student's behavior to the appropriate school authorities, even if the student is resistant to getting help.

Which of the following is the most appropriate action for a teacher to take if they notice warning signs of concern in a student, even if the student resists getting help?

Depression can last a long time - weeks or even years.

Which of the following is true about depression?

Anxiety

Which of the following mental health disorders is considered one of the most common among school-age children?

Work to build a positive connection with the student and provide opportunities for emotional regulation.

Which of the following strategies would be most appropriate to support a student displaying behaviors associated with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) or conduct disorder (CD) in your classroom?