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WELL-BEING QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
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Learn more about how to recognize a mental health crisis at
wellbeing.mst.edu/crisis

Refer a student concern at ucare.mst.edu

Learn more about emergency preparedness beyond mental well-being at go.mst.edu/eop
RESOURCES
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<<<<<<<< MENTAL WELL-BEING CONTINUUM >>>>>>>>
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Mild Distress
Experiencing concerns with limited impact on daily activities
Moderate Distress
Experiencing concerns with significant impact on daily activities
Extreme Distress/Crisis
Imminent risk of harm to self and/or others
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TYPE OF CONCERN
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ACADEMICTalk to Instructor(s)
Academic Advising:
advising.mst.edu
Undergraduate Education:
undergrad.mst.edu
Student Success Center:
ssc.mst.edu
Graduate Education
grad.mst.edu
Career Opportunities and Employer Relations:
Talk to Instructor(s)
Talk to Department Chair
Student Success Center:
ssc.mst.edu
Student Accessibility:
saat.mst.edu
S&T Connect:
sandtconnect.mst.edu
NOTE: Resources listed below are applicable to any extreme distress/crisis situation, not just one type of concern.

CALL 911 IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
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>> Change in Quality of Work
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>> Excessive Absence
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>> Career or Major Concern
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>> Academic Accommodations
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IN A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS - MONDAY-FRIDAY 8AM-4:30PM:

Student Well-Being: wellbeing.mst.edu
573.341.4211, G1 Parker Hall
Escort the student directly to the
Student Well-Being office. If the
student is refusing help or is an
imminent risk, call 911.
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CONCERNING BEHAVIORStudent Well-Being:
wellbeing.mst.edu
Suicide Prevention Training:
asklistenrefer.org/mst
Equity and Title IX:
equity.mst.edu
Student Well-Being:
wellbeing.mst.edu
Equity and Title IX:
equity.mst.edu

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>> Disruptive
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>> Disturbing Written Content
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>> Poor Hygiene
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>> Alcohol/Substance MisuseIN A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS - EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS (24/7):

University Police: police.mst.edu
573.341.4300, 205 W. 12th St
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>> Serious Change in Appearance
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>> Threatening Behavior
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>> Suicidal Actions
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>> Signs of self injury
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MEDICALStudent Health Services:
studenthealth.mst.edu
Student Accessibility:
saat.mst.edu
Student Health Services:
studenthealth.mst.edu
Student Accessibility:
saat.mst.edu
Student Well-Being:
wellbeing.mst.edu
AFTER A CRISIS HAS OCCURED:

Refer a Student Concern:
ucare.mst.edu
Referrals are reviewed by UCARE,
Student Well-Being, and University
Police.
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>> Injury
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>> Illness
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>> Problem with Medication
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>> Medical Condition
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>> Misuse of Medication
>> Sexual Health
BEFORE A CRISIS HAS OCCURED- GET FAMILIAR WITH RESOURCES:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: text or call 988 (available 24/7)

Mental health crisis information and resources:
wellbeing.mst.edu/crisis
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MENTAL WELL-BEINGStudent Well-Being:
wellbeing.mst.edu
Student Health Services:
studenthealth.mst.edu
Student Well-Being:
wellbeing.mst.edu
Student Health Services:
studenthealth.mst.edu
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>> Anxiety
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>> Depression
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>> Panic or Anxiety Attacks
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>> Emotional DistressSIGNS OF A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS:

- Tells you they plan to end their life
- Makes suicidal threats
- Cannot guarantee their own safety
- Is at risk of suicide and under the
influence of alcohol or drugs
- Is at risk of suicide and emotionally
distraught, depressed, angry, or anxious
- Is at risk of suicide and has access to
means for suicide (pills, gun, etc.)
- Begins putting affairs in order, like giving
away possessions
- Talks about the future without them in it
- Has dramatic mood changes, including
suddenly seeming to get better

Suicidal threats should always be taken seriously. Remain calm and help without judgment. DO NOT leave them alone if you feel their life is in danger and NEVER promise secrecy.
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>> Self-Injury
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>> Unhealthy Coping Skills
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>> ADHD or Other Conditions
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>> Suicidal Ideation
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>> Suicidal Behavior
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PERSONALGet Involved:
involvement.mst.edu
Student Financial Serives:
sfs.mst.edu
Student Well-Being:
wellbeing.mst.edu
Equity and Title IX:
equity.mst.edu
Student Well-Being:
wellbeing.mst.edu
Student Emergency Fund:
wellbeing.mst.edu/resources/
emergency-fund
Engagement and Belonging:
engagement.mst.edu
Equity and Title IX:
equity.mst.edu
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>> Isolation or Loneliness
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>> Relationship Concerns
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>> Victim of Violence or Harm
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>> Disordered Eating
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>> Identity or Cultural Concerns
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>> Stressful Life Events
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>> Financial Concerns
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>> Alcohol/Substance Misuse
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Visit wellbeing.mst.edu/resources/well-being-quick-reference-guide for an interactive version of this handout.
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Updated 7/31/2026 by Catie Martin
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