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School counselors and student self-injury
Susan Roberts-Dobie1, Rebecca J Donatelle
1School of Health, Physical Education and Leisure Services, University of Northern Iowa, 219 Wellness and Recreation Center, Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0241, USA. susan.dobie@uni.edu
The Journal of School Health
|April 14, 2007
Summary
School counselors frequently encounter students with self-injurious behaviors and need more training for identification and referral. They desire to act as liaisons for education and community resource connection.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Education
- Public Health
Background:
- Student self-injurious behaviors present a significant challenge in educational settings.
- School counselors play a crucial role in addressing student mental health concerns.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate school counselors' experiences, knowledge, and needs regarding students' self-injurious behaviors.
- To identify barriers and training requirements for effective intervention.
Main Methods:
- A random sample of 1,000 American School Counselor Association members received a questionnaire.
- Usable responses were obtained from 443 school counselors.
Main Results:
- 81% of counselors reported prior experience with self-injuring students; 51% worked with them in the 2002-2003 school year.
- Counselors feel equipped to help but require enhanced training for identification and external referrals.
- Key barriers include insufficient training, lack of staff cooperation, and absence of school policies.
Conclusions:
- A model is proposed where school counselors serve as liaisons for self-injury education and as conduits for community-based referrals.
- This approach aims to improve coordination between schools, students, parents, and external mental health professionals.
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