College Students in Crisis: Prevention, Identification, and Response Options for Campus Housing Professionals.

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College Students in Crisis: Prevention, Identification, and Response Options for Campus Housing Professionals.

Published 2017 · Angela I. Canto, Bradley E. Cox, D. Osborn

The Journal of College and University Student Housing

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Abstract

Campus housing professionals, and Resident Assistants (RAs) in particular, are often faced with the challenge of identifying and assisting students who struggle with the transition to college and those students finding themselves in crisis. The challenge is compounded when these staff members, often students themselves, experience their own transitions and stress. This article provides a primer on identifying students in crisis as well as the tasks faced when working with students in transition and crisis. The prevalence of distress reported by students is followed by a review of the unique stressors encountered by entering students. This article highlights the importance of, and challenges with, identifying students in need, engaging them in supportive ways, and considering broader prevention efforts on campus. Implications for confidentiality, creating a supportive campus climate, and supporting residence life staff mental health needs are discussed.

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Key takeawayCampus housing professionals face challenges in identifying and assisting students in crisis, with confidentiality, creating supportive climates, and supporting staff mental health being crucial.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

College Students in Crisis: Prevention, Identification, and Response Options for Campus Housing Professionals.

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