Signs of Distress
Academic Indicators
- Significant decline in grades or performance
- Repeated absences
- Bizarre content in assignments
- Overly demanding of attention
- Disruptive behavior in class
Physical Indicators
- Deteriorating hygiene
- Excessive fatigue or irritability
- Tearfulness
- Slurred speech
- Out of touch with reality
Psychological Indicators
- Disclosure of personal distress
- Panic or anxiety attacks
- Verbally abusive
- Expressions of hopelessness
- Concern from friends
Safety Risk Indicators
- Threatening harm
- Unprovoked anger or hostility
- Communicating threats
- Assignments containing themes of hopelessness, isolation, or despair
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