Counselling Services For Faculty

For Faculty

Helping Students Face Emotional Difficulties

University life is a time of vast changes that aren’t always easily handled. Some students experience difficulties related to the transition and adjustment to college, while others may experience a less predictable crisis that challenges their capacity to cope effectively. On rare occasions, students may become despondent and hopeless and find it difficult to think […]

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Students in Distress; Faculty’s Role

At one time or another, everyone experiences unhappiness or depression. The “blues” are common and usually don’t last long, but certain patterns of behaviour over a period of time can indicate something is wrong and professional help may be needed. Behaviours that indicate emotional distress aren’t always disruptive to the classroom. However, faculty members are […]

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How and When to Refer Students for Counselling

Behaviour Changes Any overt expression of thought or intent to harm self or others Change in demeanor…student is more quiet or more aggressive, mood appears sad, “low,” irritable, agitated, anxious or restless Negative change in quality of work or performance in class, on assignments or in the playground Missed assignments or appointments Disorganized or erratic […]

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Responding to Disruptive Behaviours in Classroom

Although it’s fairly rare, some students are so disturbed they become disruptive in class. Many faculty members make efforts to contain the situation and deal with it directly by speaking with the student after class about his or her behaviour. If this happens, the student may reveal personal problems and a referral to the University […]

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Counselling Centre Resources Self-Help Material

http://authoring.nust.edu.pk/INSTITUTIONS/Centers/C3A/Pages/Download_Details.aspx?DocID=24&category=Bruchure%20PDF​​​​​​

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