Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. *MentalHealth.gov
It is the mission of Seattle University to be "educating the whole person" which involves the mind, body and spirit. The Seattle U Athletic Department is committed in the whole person approach to the health and well-being of each student athlete as well as student employees, coaches, staff and administrators.
Classifications
Seattle University has two classifications for mental health: acute and chronic. Acute emergencies are defined as sudden changes in mental conditions i.e. perceived suicide attempt or changes in mental status; these conditions often require hospitalization. Chronic conditions include: depression, anxiety disorders or other previously diagnosed mental conditions.
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can prescribe medications, along with the treatment of mental disorders. A psychologist can do similar treatments but cannot prescribe medications. Psychologists can make suggestions regarding the medications that would help a condition, but any prescriptions must be written by a licensed physician.
Procedure for Mental Health
In the event of a chronic mental health condition (i.e. depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety), a student-athlete may request or be referred to a mental health professional. Online Self Assessment Tool
All students have access to TimelyCare, which provides 24/7 telehealth services to the Seattle University community. Student athletes must register with TimelyCare to access services. Once registered, students receive 12 counseling sessions per academic year at no cost, and they can also access the "Talk Now" feature to connect with a licensed mental health counselor immediately.
Student athletes who would like to explore additional mental health care options should contact their team athletic trainer.
If any member of Seattle University athletics is concerned about a student athlete and believes that their life or someone else’s life might be in danger due to a mental health issue, they are directed to immediately contact SU Campus Public Safety at 206-296-5911.
Any return to athletics participation will be coordinated through the sports medicine staff.
| Mental Health Phone Numbers: | |
| Seattle Police (Emergency) |
911 |
| Public Safety (Emergency) | 206-296-5911 |
| Counseling and Psychological Services |
206-296-6090 |
| National Suicide Prevention Lifeline |
800-273-8255 |
| Swedish Sports Medicine | 206-320-2600 |
| Swedish Family Medicine |
206-320-2484 |
| Swedish Emergency Room 540 16th Avenue Seattle WA 98122 |
206-320-2000 |
| Seattle U Sports Medicine | 206-296-5432 |
| Student Health Center | 206-296-6300 |
Other Important Online Resources:
CAPS Resource List
Campus Ministry
Office of Multicultural Affairs
Wellness and Health Promotion - Mental Health
Disability Services
Campus Climate Incident Reporting