Leveraging Partnerships for Student Mental Health: Strategies for Identifying and Supporting At-Risk Students
Presentation Type
30-Minute Presentations
Presentation Abstract (250 word max.)
The academy faces a critical challenge in addressing the well-being of university students at risk for suicidal behavior. As the first line of support, instructors require the necessary training to identify and assist vulnerable students, especially online students. This presentation, "Leveraging Partnerships for Student Mental Health: Strategies for Identifying and Supporting At-Risk Students," proposes a collaborative model between educators and mental health services to bridge this gap. We aim to empower educators through a comprehensive approach involving the development of partnerships using decision trees for intervention and providing accessible mental health resources. This session will outline practical strategies to identify at-risk students and foster a dialogue on best practices within university environments to improve mental health support.