Mental Health in Schools - Engaging Learners, Preventing Problems, and Improving Schools (Paperback)

'This resource gives the reader everything needed to design and implement a successful mental health program to benefit a diverse student population. The authors present a strong case for planning and delivering comprehensive integrated services. I commend the authors for their willingness to tackle the tough issues surrounding mental health services for all students' - Marian White-Hood, Director of Academics, Accountability, and Principal Support See Forever Foundation Necessary reading for anyone concerned with student wellness and effective schools! For many children, schools are the main or only providers of mental health services. In this visionary and comprehensive book, two nationally known experts describe a new approach to school-based mental health-one that better serves students, maximizes resources, and promotes academic performance. The authors describe how educators can effectively coordinate internal and external resources to support a healthy school environment and help at-risk students overcome barriers to learning. School leaders, psychologists, counsellors, and policy makers will find essential guidance, including: - An overview of the history and current state of school mental health programmes, discussing major issues confronting the field - Strategies for effective school-based initiatives, including addressing behaviour issues, introducing classroom-based activities, and coordinating with community resources - A call to action for higher-quality mental health programming across public schools-including how collaboration, research, and advocacy can make a difference Gain the knowledge you need to develop or improve your school's mental health programme to better serve both the academic and mental health needs of your students!

General

Imprint:	Sage Publications Ltd
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	December 2009
First published:	October 2009
Editors:	Howard S. Adelman • Linda Taylor
Dimensions:	254 x 177 x 18mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	328
ISBN-13:	978-1-4129-7538-4
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Education > Organization & management of education > General
LSN:	1-4129-7538-7
Barcode:	9781412975384

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