 
As a rule of thumb, it is best to refer a student to the Counseling and Career Development Center if your concern is beyond your level of training and experience. In some situations, you'll have to make a judgment call; in others a referral is imperative.
IMPERATIVE REFERRAL
A student should always be referred to the Counseling Center if he or she is...
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Suicidal
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Severely Depressed
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Abusing Substances (drugs, alcohol)
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Practicing Self-Injurous Behaviors (cutting, burning, etc.)
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Experiencing Physical or Emotional Trauma
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Sexually Assaulted
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Experiencing an Eating Disorder
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Having a Panic Attack
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Suddenly or dramatically changing his or her behavior (includes appetite, sleep, and mood)
- Unable to care for themself
- Severely distorted thoughts (i.e., hearing or seeing things that aren't there; severe paranoid thinking, etc.)
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SUGGESTED REFERRAL
In these and other instances, referral to the Counseling Center may be advised. Consult with us if you're not sure!
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Remember, if you're in doubt, feel free to contact the Counseling and Career Development Center for a consultation. |
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