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The case for universal mental health screening in schools

By Emily Goodman-Scott, Peg Donohue and Jennifer Betters-Bubon September 5, 2019

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Research indicates that universal screening is associated with early identification and treatment of mental health and behavioral concerns, thus helping ensure that fewer students fall through the proverbial cracks.

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School Counseling, school counselors audience

Counseling in the land of religious liberty

By Cebrail Karayigit and Jason Kushner August 7, 2019

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Misconceptions abound about religious minorities in Western societies, but counselors can take the lead in widening the tent and welcoming those of other faith traditions.

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Multiculturalism & Diversity, Spirituality and Religious Values

Facilitating support groups for caregivers

By Brooke B. Collison July 8, 2019

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Professional counselors possess the skills to mold groups that offer caregivers a safe place to voice their strong feelings and stressful experiences while receiving authentic empathic understanding in return.

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caretaking, chronic illness, Group Work

The miscommunication model and the WDEP system

By Barbara A. Mahaffey June 4, 2019

Interventions for attachment and traumatic stress issues in young children

By Cirecie A. West-Olatunji, Jeff D. Wolfgang and Kimberly N. Frazier April 2, 2019

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With their emphasis on human development, prevention, ecosystems and wellness, counselors are well-positioned to address the unique service needs of the pediatric population.

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attachment, Children & Adolescents, trauma, Wellness

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