Jourdan Wilson
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I am a former special education teacher and aspiring psychologist interested in applying behavioral and psychological principles to promote mental health and reduce crime among youth and young adults.
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The Link Between Depression and Youth Violence
Depression and violence among adolescents are two public health concerns in the United States that require urgent attention. The relationship between mental health and violence, particularly school violence, has recently gained public attention due to several high-profile school shootings. Understanding the role of mental health in violent and aggressive behavior among youth is a complex issue. The link between depression and violence among adults is well-established. However, varying manifestations of depression among adolescents raise unique questions about its role in understanding and preventing youth violence. While depression profoundly affects individual functioning, its high rate of occurrence among youth also has societal implications, including decreased productivity and social engagement and potentially increased rates of violent behavior and crime.
By Jourdan Wilson3 years ago in Psyche
Promoting Student Mental Health and Safer Schools
Mental health and school violence have been a topic of concern for many years in the United States. Several recent school shootings have brought these issues back into the national spotlight and raised important questions about how we can best protect our students. In this article, we discuss the role of mental health in school violence, with a particular emphasis on establishing positive school climates and using risk and threat assessment procedures. We hope this information will be helpful for educators and school mental health professionals as they work to create safe and supportive school environments for all students.
By Jourdan Wilson3 years ago in Education
