The Public Health Approach to Campus Suicide Prevention

Jodoin, Elizabeth C.; Robertson, Jason

doi:10.1002/ss.20037

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“…The social ecological framework recognizes the emotional and physical health of a student is influenced by personal decisions, peer influences, relationships with faculty/staff, campus culture, campus policies as well as local, state and federal policies (DeJong, 2009;DeJong & Langford, 2002;Jed Foundation & Education Development Center, 2011;Jodoin & Robertson, 2013). According to Jodoin & Robertson (2013) utilizing this approach allows for strategic analysis of the problem, identification of existing programs/policies and gap analysis to lead to new policy/program development.…”

Section: Ferrum College Mahoney V Allegheny College Shin V Massacmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…A similar approach would serve not only the student who is at a risk for self-harm but also the entire campus community (Drum & Denmark, 2012;Jed Foundation & Education Development Center, 2011;Jodoin & Robertson, 2013). "The healthpromoting contributions of the student's environment must be strengthened…success is no longer measured exclusively in lives saved but also in improving the health status of the student population and in reducing the prevalence of negative events" (Drum & Denmark, 2012, p. 210).…”

Section: Applying the Social Ecological Modelmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…• Public Policy -laws that affect student emotional and physical health, access to services, etc. (DeJong, 2009;DeJong & Langford, 2002, Jed Foundation & Education Development Center, 2011Jodoin & Robertson, 2013) The differences between an organization and institution are important to understand…A university, as an institution, has an internal culture of norms and socialization procedures…Organizations within the university (such as athletic teams, residence halls, and living-learning communities) conform in various ways to these institutional norms. (Jodoin & Robertson, 2013, p.18).…”

Section: Applying the Social Ecological Modelmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…According to Jodoin & Robertson (2013) . "Today's college students are rule followers…it comes with a twist.…”

Section: Applying the Social Ecological Modelmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The institutional level of influence is focused on institutional planning, policies and processes that create/inhibit a supportive campus learning environment (DeJong, 2009;DeJong & Langford, 2002, Jed Foundation & Education Development Center, 2011Jodoin & Robertson, 2013). "Having comprehensive and clear policies around health, mental health and substance misuse are important ingredients in prevention.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Can We Do Better When Students Are A Threat To Self? A Review Of Legal And Policy Implications For Current Practices On College Campuses

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The Perfect Storm A perfect storm may be defined as "a particularly bad or critical state of affairs, arising from a number of negative and unpredictable factors" (Oxforddictionaries.com, 2014, n.p.) This could describe the current state of mental health concerns on college campuses. With advances in treatment, many more students with mental health issues are able to attend college than in the past (Dunkle, 2009; Massie, 2010; Meunier & Wolf, 2006; Watkins, Hunt, & Eisenberg, 2011). Surveys conducted by the American College Health Association and Directors of Counseling Centers show that increasing numbers of college students are reporting symptoms of depression and other severe psychological issues as well as taking psychotropic medications (Castillo & Schwartz, 2013; MacKean, 2011). The campus environment can also be stressful for many students. "Approximately 1,100 college students between the ages of 18 and 24 commit suicide, and nearly 24,000 attempt it" (Rodriguez & Huertas, 2013, p. 53). Add to the mix that mental health conditions such as bi-polar disorders begin in the age range associated with traditional college students (Massie, 2008; Meunier & Wolf, 2006). Rather than proactive planning and care, institutional policies addressing student mental health concerns have been based in fear and a desire for these students to go away Research Questions Specifically the research questions are: 1. What is the current jurisprudence regarding the liability of institutions of higher education when the student is considered a threat to self? 2. Is there synergy between the courts and changes to Title II regulations by the Department of Justice and enforcement of these regulations by the Office of Civil Rights? 3. Taking into consideration the current jurisprudence and the synergy between the courts and changes to Title II regulations, what are the implications for institutional policies and practices when the student is considered a threat to self? Definitions Direct Threat Provision: § 35.139 of Title II of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) which was amended in 2010 by the Department of Justice so that direct threat may only be defined as a threat to others (Lannon & Sanghavi, 2011; Lewis, Schuster & Sokolow, 2012). Under this provision students who are a direct threat may be removed from campus without violating the ADA (Lannon & Sanghavi,

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Section: Ferrum College Mahoney V Allegheny College Shin V Massacmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Applying the Social Ecological Modelmentioning

confidence: 99%