This study examined school-based mental health professionals' understanding of the mirroring of ADHD and trauma symptoms and how they apply that knowledge in their schools. Specifically, the level of knowledge that participants have about this mirroring of symptoms, how they utilized this knowledge in their schools, the degree they considered…

Many college students experience poor wellbeing (e.g., loneliness, depression, anxiety, and stress), have low levels of physical activity (PA) engagement, and engage in behaviors that threaten wellbeing. Academic PA and wellness courses can promote not just physical health but assist students in developing sustainable solutions to improve…

The purpose of this quantitative study was threefold: first, to measure high school principal preparedness to meet the increased mental health needs of students; second, to determine principal perceptions of mental health frameworks and needs; and third, to assist with creating a better understanding of what high school principals may need to meet…

Despite mental illness related to learning, social life, and overall well-being being prevalent among students, college students may not feel comfortable disclosing their mental health issues due to stigmas and campus barriers. Consequently, a high number of students experience mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation,…

A great deal of research has established training student affairs and higher education (SAHE) professionals in helping skills is important to assist undergraduate students in college and university programs with mental health needs. The COVID-19 global pandemic placed SAHE professionals in a unique position to support college students as students…

This qualitative intrinsic case study focused on the support provided to Black men from the perspective of Black Baptist Pastors. This study examined the formal, informal, and nonformal support Black Baptist Pastors provided to Black men with depression. Semi-structured interviews were utilized to obtain, interpret, and determine how Black men are…

The phenomenon of high school dropouts is a silent epidemic that has been plaguing the United States. This study examined the effects of online education on mental health and student retention of online students within the scope of secondary education. The data for this mixed methods study was collected through anonymous online questionnaires sent…

Contemporary educational practices comprise of the integration of school based health centers for the treatment of physical and mental health conditions of their student populations. These conditions must be addressed as they greatly impact academic performance and functioning. However, Mexican American adolescents continue to be a population at…

"The issue of what to do in response to suicidal students is anything but a clear one" (Harshbarger, 2014, para. 3). How to best support students with severe mental illness is an ongoing challenge for institutions of higher education. Institutions must adapt to a rapidly changing landscape of evolving federal policy, case law, and…

Purpose and Method of Study: The digital divide is a result and manifestation of inequality in American society and the educational system. While there is an abundance of quantitative research that confirms the existence of the digital divide, there is very little qualitative research that addresses students' lived experiences. As such, this study…

The call for faith integration in academic programs related to human services such as counseling, psychology, and social work has grown in recent years as research continues to support the efficacy of introducing faith into therapy practices. Both Christian and secular human services programs are working to find the most effective and impactful…

Childhood mental health issues are, and will continue to be, prevalent around the world. While many methods exist to help treat childhood mental health issues in community and school settings, there are barriers to treatment access. One specific area of concern in children's mental health is emotional regulation, particularly in schools. An…

The current study aimed to examine the effect of adverse childhood experiences on mental and physical health, forgiveness and spirituality. A total of 579 adults between the ages of 18 and 32 years completed an online survey. Participants were asked to report demographics and completed various measures. A total of 579 adults between the ages of 18…

The problem addressed in this study was that teachers feel ill-equipped to handle students who have been impacted by trauma. The purpose of this study was to examine the teachers' experiences in implementing a trauma informed schools (TIS) approach to classroom management in rural Tennessee. The theoretical framework used is Bronfenbrenner's…

The problem addressed in this study was decline in mental well-being for teachers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The purpose of this quantitative correlational non-experimental study was to examine the relationship of classroom changes, increased job demands, and administrative leadership practices to the mental health issues of K-8 teachers…