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SUPPORTING THE SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LIVES OF STUDENTS
Krista Pulizzano Dhruv, LCSW-CMiddle and Upper School Counselor
The Park School of Baltimore
Notre Dame AmeriCorps
Mid-Year Training 2012
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TODAY’S AGENDA
Who are we and why are we here?
What should I see that I don’t already?
What can I do when I see it?
Practice!
Wrap Up, Q & A
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ALL STUDENTS ARE : Growing and developing
PhysicallyEmotionallySocially Intellectually
Products of a “family” ValuesExpectationsRolesDysfunction
Navigating school and constantly learning
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THE WHOLE CHILD
JESSE
School
Family
Social
Passions/Hobbies
Emotional
Physical
Intellectual
Community
Media/Society
Anything Else?
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SOME STUDENTS ARE ALSO DEALING WITH:
Bullying
Anxiety
Depression
Gender & Sexual identity
*Cultural incongruence (race, ses)*Substance use*Learning differences
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BULLYING
Where In school Cyberspace (Everywhere)
What does it look like Humiliation Use of power (physical, social, financial,
emotional) Relational aggression
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BULLYING
The Continuum
Joking------Teasing------Bullying-----Harassment
Persistent
Pervasive Severe
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ImpactVs.
Intent
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ANXIETY
Worry is normal and healthy- anxiety is NOT!
Types Generalized anxiety Social anxiety Separation anxiety School refusal Specific Phobia Obsessive Compulsive
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WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE? Anxious Thoughts
(“What if” and other catastrophes)
Irrational Fears/Worries
Excessive Checking In
Physical Symptoms
Avoidance
Prevalence 10%
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WHEN IS IT A PROBLEM?
Is it Excessive
Is it Persistent
Is it Developmentally inappropriate
Does it cause impairment
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HOW TO HELP THE ANXIOUS CHILD
Reality test the fear Offer reassurance- instill confidence Give calming strategies
Self talk, breathing, externalize the fear, write out the fear
Physical outlets without avoiding Take a walk, get a drink, throw a ball, distraction (game playing)
Make a plan Engage the parents
Never say “Don’t Worry”
“It’s Not a Big Deal”
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DEPRESSION
What Does It Look Like?
Irritability or Depressed mood Lack of concentration Decreased interest in previously pleasurable activities Fatigue or restlessness Feelings of guilt, worthlessness Change in eating habits and weight Physical complaints Recurrent thoughts of death or suicide Substance Use
Prevalence: 5-8% of adolescents2:1 Female : Male ratio
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WHEN IS IT A PROBLEM?
Marked change from typical behavior
Is it Excessive
Is it Persistent
Is it Developmentally inappropriate
Does it cause impairment
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HOW TO HELP THE DEPRESSED CHILD
Set them up for success with reasonable goals
Engage the parents
Support healthful eating, sleeping and exercise
Refer to counselor or school social worker for assessment
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DEFINING GENDER AND SEXUALITY DIVERSITY Biological Sex
Anatomy, chromosomes, hormones
Gender Identity Psychological sense of self
Gender Expression Communication of gender traits (Whether one adopts the
dress, mannerisms or cultural norms of males or females)
Sexual Orientation Whether aroused by the same, opposite or both genders
Sexual Identity Whether one identifies as heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual,
pan-sexual or something else
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SUPPORTING GENDER AND SEXUALITY DIVERSITY IN THE CLASSROOM
Accept that biodiversity exists for humans as well as other species
Make no assumptions
Create a classroom where all types of individuals and relationships are represented
Be on the look out for gender stereotyping behavior in yourself and others
Speak out on homophobic and heterosexist behaviors when you see them
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CASE STUDIES
James, 5th gradeAddison, 7th grade
1. What are the most important factors in this situation?
2. What are the student’s strengths?3. What are the needs of this student?4. What information do you still need?5. What are the next steps?