EAN: 9783319191706

MENTAL HEALTH SCREENING AT SCHOOL - MEGHAN C ST...

This volume examines the use of prediagnostic mental health screening as part of preventive
services in primary and secondary schools. It presents the theory underlying mental health
screening for children and the obstacles against its widespread implementation. Empirical
findings illustrate the potential of schools as the platform for mental and general health
services. The authors contribute their own experiences to provide real-world perspectives and
establish future directions for research and practice on mental health screening in
schools.Featured topics include:Rationales for comprehensive mental health screening in
schools.Evaluations of widely used assessment instruments for suitability with children and
youth.An analysis of mental health screening in a Response to Intervention framework.The
multiple-gate approach to screening and service delivery.Benefits and challenges of screening
in educational settings.Current and emerging issues in the field.Mental Health Screening at
School is a valuable resource for clinicians and scientist-practitioners  researchers  and
graduate students in school psychology  social work  special education  and school counseling 
as well as school principals and administrators.

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