Well-Being Quick Reference Guide.xlsx

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1	WELL-BEING QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
2	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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5		<<<<<<<< MENTAL WELL-BEING CONTINUUM >>>>>>>>
6		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
7	TYPE OF CONCERN
8	ACADEMIC	Talk to Instructor(s) Academic Advising: advising.mst.edu Career Opportunities and Employer Relations: career.mst.edu Student Success Center: ssc.mst.edu Graduate Education grad.mst.edu Academic Achievement and Enrichment aae.mst.edu	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
9	>> Change in Quality of Work
10	>> Excessive Absence
11	>> Missing Student
12	>> Career or Major Concern
13	>> Academic Accommodations
14				IN A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS - MONDAY-FRIDAY 8AM-4:30PM: Student Well-Being: wellbeing.mst.edu 573.341.4211, 204 Norwood 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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16	CONCERNING BEHAVIOR	Student 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
17	>> Disruptive
18	>> Disturbing Written Content
19	>> Poor Hygiene
20	>> Alcohol/Substance Misuse			IN A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS - EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS (24/7): University Police: police.mst.edu 573.341.4300, 205 W. 12th St
21	>> Serious Change in Appearance
22	>> Threatening Behavior
23	>> Suicidal Actions
24	MEDICAL	Student 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.
25	>> Injury
26	>> Illness
27	>> Problem with Medication
28	>> Medical Condition
29	>> 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
30	MENTAL WELL-BEING	Student Well-Being: wellbeing.mst.edu Student Health Services: studenthealth.mst.edu	Student Well-Being: wellbeing.mst.edu Student Health Services: studenthealth.mst.edu
31	>> Anxiety
32	>> Depression
33	>> Panic or Anxiety Attacks
34	>> Emotional Distress			SIGNS 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.
35	>> Self-Injury
36	>> Unhealthy Coping Skills
37	>> ADHD or Other Conditions
38	>> Suicidal Ideation
39	>> Suicidal Behavior
40	PERSONAL	Get Involved: involvement.mst.edu Student Financial Services: sfa.mst.edu Engagement and Belonging: engagement.mst.edu Student Well-Being: wellbeing.mst.edu Equity and Title IX: equity.mst.edu Academic Advising: advising.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
41	>> Isolation or Loneliness
42	>> Relationship Concerns
43	>> Victim of Violence or Harm
44	>> Disordered Eating
45	>> Identity or Cultural Concerns
46	>> Stressful Life Events
47	>> Financial Concerns
48	>> Alcohol/Substance Misuse
49	Visit wellbeing.mst.edu/resources/well-being-quick-reference-guide for an interactive version of this handout.
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51				Updated 8/1/2025 by Laura Woods-Buchanan
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