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baba

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Wed Nov-24-04 04:31 AM
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21. Educators

Teachers are not trained in mental health assessment. They are trained in education. As a mental health professional, I have worked with many teachers who had no clue about how to assess mental health disorders.

Unfortunately, a child's behavior does not always indicate if intervention is needed. Many kids fall under the radar, and since they don't act out, everybody assumes they are okay.

I see your point about the screening being mandatory. I think parental consent is essential.

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