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School-Based Health Centers: Providers' Perceptions Around Mental Health and Eating Disorders and Potential Areas of
Alvin Tran1, Krupa Ann Mathew1, Yunan Zhao2
1Department of Population Health and Leadership, University of New Haven, West Haven, CT, USA.
Abstract:
School-based health centers (SBHCs) play a key role in connecting youth to health services, including primary care. Despite some literature exploring their mental health services, little is known about the role SBHCs play in screening for and treating eating disorders. In this study, we surveyed 56 SBHC providers, assessing their familiarity with providing care and screening for mental health concerns, including eating disorders. We also qualitatively explored areas to improve efforts around mental health care and screening. Results suggest that while the majority of participants indicated that they were familiar with mental health disorders, they were less familiar with eating disorders. Furthermore, despite rating screenings for eating disorders of great importance, the frequency of such screenings was comparably lower. Qualitative findings highlight two emerging themes focused on addressing gaps in mental health care: (a) training, continuing education, and addressing misconceptions around eating disorders; and (b) SBHC staffing and resource constraints.
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