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These feelings can easily disrupt academic performance and may lead to difficulties coping and other serious consequences. </span></p> <p><span>You may be the first person to <strong>SEE SOMETHING </strong>distressing in your students since you have frequent and prolonged contact with them. </span></p> <p><strong>SAY SOMETHING. </strong></p> <p>Students exhibiting troubling behaviors in your presence are likely having difficulties in various settings including the classroom, with roommates, with family and even in social settings.</p> <p>Trust your instincts and <strong>SAY SOMETHING</strong> if a student leaves you feeling worried, alarmed, or threatened!</p> <p><strong>DO SOMETHING.</strong></p> <p>Sometimes students cannot or will not turn to family or friends. <strong>DO SOMETHING!</strong> Your expression of concern may be a critical factor in saving a student's academic career or even their life.</p> <p>Please use the information below to help you recognize symptoms of student distress and identify appropriate referrals to campus resources.</p> <p><a href="/main/pdfs/verified-accessible/divisions-offices/student-services/student-life-services/dean-of-students/student-intervention/helping-students-in-distress.pdf" class="button">View our guide to assisting students in distress</a></p> <p><em>If you believe you cannot allow the student to leave your presence without immediate risk of self-harm, tell the student. 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