Cultural Considerations
Cultural differences around mental health and help-seeking behaviors may impact your interactions with students experiencing a mental health issue. Some students may not feel comfortable discussing mental health due to stigma, language, family messages or cultural barriers, or other factors, whereas other students may feel very comfortable doing so. Classroom size will also impact the ways in which faculty and other instructors are able to address student mental health concerns, as it is likely easier to build community and get to know students in small discussion sections or classes as compared to large lectures. Additionally, it is important to remember that each unit/department on campus is different, and will have a different culture, expectations of success, resources, etc. our professional. Your professional role impacts your interactions with students and your ability to address their concerns, whether you are a faculty member, lecturer, or staff person. Reflecting on your own experiences and how your background and multiple social identities affect interactions with students can be helpful. Acknowledge your role in student interactions and reflect on how it may impact your relationship with the student and your ability to help.
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