Students In Distress or Need
If you encounter a student who appears to be in distress, who seems overly anxious, emotional, or stressed, or who is acting out of character, and the situation is not urgent, submit a CARE report. CARE referrals do not replace other College reporting systems for Behavioral Concerns or Code of Conduct matters which are essential mechanisms to ensure campus safety and prevent disruptive or unethical behavior. CARE addresses lower-level concerns with the goal of protecting the health and well-being of the student.
Examples of CARE referrals may include instances in which a student:
- Experiences grief over the loss of a loved one
- Exhibits extreme mood swings
- Seeks mental health or other health-related support
- Appears overly anxious, emotional, or stressed
- Exhibits a change in personal hygiene
- Demonstrates suicidal tendencies or self-injurious behaviors
- Reports feeling overwhelmed or uncomfortable transitioning to college
- Could benefit from a personal referral to connect the student with support resources available on campus or in the community
CARE (Coordinated Assistance & Resource Education) page: http://www.aims.edu/student/conduct/care.php