what YOU can do

Losing your cool takes the focus off of what they need to do and can make their behavior worse.

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Be consistent with the rules.  

Explain the rules and the consequences if they choose not to follow the rules.

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Give them a time limit to decide, give them space to make their decision, and thank them if they make a good one.

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Don’t take the behavior personally. Take your own space if you need to in order to stay level-headed.

WHO can help

Seek counseling or mental health treatment.

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• Private therapist

• School counselor

• Call a local or national hotline 

• Reach out to a social worker

• Contact another licensed mental health worker

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Medical or Emergency Care

A clinic or emergency healthcare provider is able to evaluate and determine the appropriate level of care. The patient will go through a medical screening process so medical providers can determine the best treatment based on the patient’s needs. This may include referral to a mental health professional or hospitalization.