Irrationality Resources
MSU CARE Program
Resources for Faculty, Staff and Parents
Depressed | Suicidal | Overanxious | Grieving | Self-Injury |
Disruptive | Aggressive | Threatening | Eating Problems | Bipolar |
Irrational | Under the Influence | Stalking | Relationship Violence | Sexual Assault |
*All linked information from the Reaching Out Handbook: Resources for Responding to Students in Distress used with permission from Boise State University's Health Services.
THE STUDENT IN POOR CONTACT WITH REALITY
These students have difficulty distinguishing their thoughts and perceptions from reality. Their thinking is typically illogical, confused, or irrational (e.g., speech patterns that jump from one topic to another with no meaningful connection); their emotional responses may be out of control; and their behavior may appear bizarre and disturbing. The student may experience hallucinations (often auditory), and may report hearing voices (e.g., statements that someone is threatening to harm or control them). If you cannot make sense of a student's statements, contact Counseling and Psychological Services as soon as possible.
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If there is immediate risk to life or property, call 911.