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Psychological Emergencies

Psychological Crisis:

A psychological crisis exists when an individual threatens harm to herself/himself or to others, manifested by extreme behaviors.

If a psychological crisis occurs on campus:

• Immediately do what is necessary to keep yourself safe and then notify Public Safety at ext. 7777.
• Provide your name and location for officers to respond to the situation. A public safety officer will then notify the Director of Health, Counseling and Prevention Services.

CAUTION: NEVER TRY TO HANDLE A SITUATION ON YOUR OWN THAT IS POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS.
 

Psychological Distress:

Should you become aware of someone whose capacity to cope has become overwhelmed to the point that they can no longer function effectively (experiencing uncontrollable crying, severe withdrawal, speaking in general terms of harming self), call Health, Counseling and Prevention Services at ext. 5650 during regular business hours (8:15am - 4:30pm).  After hours contact Public Safety at ext.7777 (who will then contact the Director of Health, Counseling and Prevention Services).

Note: There are psychological consequences to each and every emergency.  Health, Counseling and Prevention staff are available assist in these situations.

For a listing of *Community Mental Health Resources, please see the box on the right hand side of this page.  It is a link to a listing of community mental health resources.