A Collaborative Analysis of Trends in Referrals to the Pennsylvania Student Assistance Program from 2013 to 2018.

Deepa L SekharEric W SchaeferAlicia Marie HokePerri RosenRoberta A ChuzieDana M Milakovic

Published in: The Journal of school health (2022)

SAP referral demographics were consistent with state public school enrollment race/ethnicity breakdown suggesting lack of systematic bias. The proportion of behavioral referrals was consistent with rising youth behavioral health needs. PNSAS must consider strategies to support rising referral numbers and trends.

Keyphrases

mental health
healthcare
physical activity
quality improvement
primary care
public health
young adults
health information
emergency department
risk assessment
affordable care act