Addressing transition issues among high school and college students

Addressing transition issues among high school and college students

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  Questions  What arethe three things you did when you entered college that were most beneficial to your success?  What are 3 things you wish you would have known of done differently that would have eased the transition?  What issues caused you the most angst when you were a freshman?  What resources did your university offer that were helpful?  What resources do you wish would have been available?  How could that resource be made available? AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 1 • Residence halls • Time scheduling • RHSC • Homesickness • Conflict resolution • Class scheduling
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  Addressing Transition Issues AmongHigh School and College Students Instructor: Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes PhD, LPC-MHSP, LMHC Executive Director, AllCEUs Podcast Host: Counselor Toolbox, Addiction Counselor Exam Review & Case Management Toolbox AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 2
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  Objectives  Review 15common issues students face when transitioning to college and interventions counselors can consider.  Discuss ways colleges and campus counselors can engage students AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 3
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  Prevention Tasks  Helpstudents develop a sense of belonging (on and off campus)  Campus-wide activities and festivals (reduce isolation, develop social support)  Residence hall team building activities  Help students develop connections to faculty and staff who will advise, register and help students apply for aid.  Provide opportunities for students to learn life skills (money and time management, study skills, conflict resolution, health maintenance…)  Ensure students are aware of resources to help with housing, finances, extracurriculars, disability accommodations, transportation, counseling and health AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 4
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  Prevention cont…  Developa week-long summer bridge program or mandatory orientation, where students will…  Complete a variety of assessments to diagnose learning strengths and weaknesses  Begin to develop the skills and strategies necessary to succeed in their courses including time management, stress management and wellness  Meet daily in workshops that build skills around team- building, group support, interpersonal skills and conflict management AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 5
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  Questions for Students 1. What are your short and long-term goals both academically and personally when you get to college (this means more than getting good grades)?  2. How do you think your relationships with your family will change when you go to college?  3. Do you expect your college grades to be similar to those you got in high school? If so, how will you feel if they are not? How will you deal with these feelings and improve?  4. Where will you find help to do well in your classes?  5. How will you discipline yourself to keep academic commitments, such as attending classes and being prepared for classes? What skills will you need to manage your learning and time?  6. When you feel stressed out at college, identify five ways to deal with it. AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 6
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  Question  What issuescaused you the most angst when you were a freshman? AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 7
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  Feeling Overwhelmed  Feelingoverwhelmed  I didn’t know what I didn’t know  There is a gap between the level of learning required for college vs. high school  Environmental changes No curfew “Culture shock” Moving out of parent’s home  Disorganization  Lack of motivation AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 8
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  Identity Development  Choosinga major  Wanting to “belong” or find a niche  Rejection from team or club  Difficulty balancing multiple roles  Social anxiety  Exploring new aspects of self and others  Values  Culture  Sexual identity  Interests and talents AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 9
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  Social Pressures andExpectations  Drinking  Partying  Staying out late  Attending social events…all…the…time  Going home (or not) AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 10
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  Time Management  Knowyour limits.  Schedule time for fun and to take breaks to keep your mind fresh and clear. Balance!  At home parents, teachers and coaches provided structure, schedules and timelines for completing homework assignments. College professors may give all assignments for the semester on the first day of class!  Students can get behind and not know how to get caught up  They may feel overwhelmed just looking at the syllabus. (30 page paper) AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 11
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  Life Skills  Somestudents get anxious or overwhelmed because they have never had to develop independent living skills  Online videos and residence hall workshops can educate students about  Doing laundry  Money management / paying bills  Study skills  Self-advocacy AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 12
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  Money Management  Anxietyabout not fitting in if they cannot afford…  Running out of money before the bills are paid  Know what their resources are and develop an appropriate spending plan.  Seek the advice of a financial planner or counselor.  Consider student loans (Try to stick to subsidized loans)  Be careful about being drawn into credit card opportunities offered to college students.  Get a job  Don’t spend money unnecessarily  Many businesses offer student discounts. Be creative. it is possible to have fun without spending a lot of money! If tuition is a problem, visit your campus career center for help. AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 13
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  Making New Friends Being just another face in the crowd  Football hero to just a number  Feelings of isolation, especially if friends go to different university  Jealousy when old friends start to make new friends  Failing to network  When students do not get to know and spend time with classmates, professors and other academic advisors, they lack support and a place to go for ideas and answers when a problem does arise.  Practical experience and internship opportunities should always be available to provide maximum networking opportunities for students. AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 14
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  Homesickness (Grief andlonging)  Missing someone checking up on them  Missing pets  Missing the comfort of their home turf  Missing the things they used to do and routines they had  Remain on campus during the week and on weekends to get to know campus and become more involved in athletic and social events.  Force themselves to become part of the culture within their new academic world.  Stay in touch with friends back home through email and phone. Ask friends and family to email, call, and send care packages.  Plan to visit home once every month or two. AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 15
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  Depression  Every problemcan raise a student's stress level and contribute to hopelessness and helplessness  Empower students with options  Encourage staff (and students) to stay alert to students starting to fail (skipping class, failing grades, withdrawing, moodiness)  Some find temporary relief in partying which may contribute to poor grades and depression  Students need to grieve  The ending of their childhood and embrace young adulthood  The loss of the routine with their friends  The loss of friends  Changing relationships with mom and dad AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 16
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  Relationship Issues  Unresolvedrelationship problems commonly cause bitterness, resentment and anger.  Break up with high school sweetheart  Pressure to choose the right major and get good grades, especially if they are the first person from their family to attend college or they are expected to follow in a parent’s footsteps  Lack of acceptance from parents of new identity, new friends  Lack of acceptance into a group or discharge for failure to comply  Guilt for leaving a chaotic home environment  Any of these feelings can cause students to loose focus of the goals they are attempting to achieve. AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 17
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  Roommates  Students mayhave never had to share such a small space with someone before-let alone a perfect stranger!  Conflicts will arise and conflict management skills will be tested  high distress  avoidance, eating disturbances, sleeping disturbances  Set rules for the room or suite that everyone can agree on.  Learn that roommates don't have to be best friends; the important thing to remember is to respect one another  Educate students about cultural differences  Learn how to live with the fact that you aren’t going to be liked by anybody all of the time. AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 18
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  Failure  Don’t beafraid to fail  The reality is that if you actually do your work you will probably not fail. But, a lot of students tend to get really worried when out of nowhere they get a B in a class, which can seem like a failure for students. It’s like wait, what I never had this grade before. This isn’t something I do.  Sometimes people switch majors or even universities AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 19
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  Poor Grades  Freedomcoupled with a lack of accountability makes it easy to fall short of completing the necessary studying to succeed.  Failure to dedicate the appropriate time to studying and reading is likely to have a negative impact on grades.  Be accountable to others for your academic performance  Know each course, the syllabi, the requirements and the professor’s expectations  When you are not there, you are not receiving the benefit of the instruction as well as information regarding grading, future assignments, and opportunities like study groups or extra credit of which you may want to take advantage.  Set aside a certain time each day devoted to studying.  Studying with other classmates can help students meet people and get better grades AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 20
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  Poor Grades  Setrealistic goals for yourself and reward yourself  Avoid pulling all-nighters. It can interfere with work quality as well as mood and attentiveness in other classes and reduce immunity.  Don’t drink before or during studying (It impairs retention)  Get study habits evaluated  Get evaluated for learning disabilities and ADHD AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 21
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  Wellness-Nutrition  Good nutritionhelps  Increase focus and concentration  Improve mood  Drinking  Alcohol is a depressant and can impair sleep, create situations students regret and impair learning.  Eating lots of junk food and drinking too much alcohol as well as sugary beverages can cause students to pack on the pounds.  In addition to good nutrition, exercise improves mood, sleep quality and self-esteem AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 22
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  Wellness--Sleep  Sleep isvital!  Exhaustion  Impairs concentration and learning  Makes it take longer to get things done  Leaves less time for pleasurable activities  Reduces immunity  Cut down on the caffeinated beverages  Get at least eight to nine hours of sleep each night  Avoid alcohol and antihistamines before bed  Develop a sleep routine  Invest in earplugs and a sleep mask as needed AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 23
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  Other Tips  Studentsneed to do what they like, not just what boosts their resume  Learn to take time for themselves. Take a step back from everything and de-stress. In college, so much can be going on that sometimes everyone needs chance to breathe. AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 24
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  Creative Ways toReach and Engage  What are some creative ways to reach and engage  Students on campus  Students off campus  Student athletes  Students with children AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 25
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  Summary  The transitionfrom high school to college is not an easy one.  To ensure student success, colleges (professors, administration and wellness providers) need to be aware of common challenges  There are many ways to provide resources and education to students to ensure their success. AllCEUs Unlimited CEUs $59 | Addiction Counselor Certificate Training $149 | Specialty Certificates $89 26