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College/University Counseling Centers Supporting Study Away: Challenges and Opportunities |
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| Authors: | Charles C Morse Janet Dee Spoltore Paul Galvinhill |
| Institution: | 1. Student Development &2. Counseling Center, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA;3. Student Counseling Services, Connecticut College, New London, Connecticut, USA;4. Counseling Center, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA |
| Abstract: | Research points to significant numbers of students on college campuses experiencing mental health distress and an ever increasing number of college students who are choosing to make an off-campus educational experience a part of their college careers. When we consider both of these trends together, it is quite apparent that a significant number of students with mental health concerns will spend periods of time studying away from campus, with converging concerns among college mental health and study away professionals about how to best support these students. This article seeks to outline both challenges and opportunities inherent in the collaboration between campus professionals in supporting students with mental health issues before and during their study away experiences. |
| Keywords: | Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) confidentiality counseling consultation counseling support health screening: study abroad study away |