Agressive Student Resources
MSU CARE Program
Resources for Faculty, Staff and Parents
Depressed | Suicidal | Overanxious | Grieving | Self-Injury |
Disruptive | Aggressive | Threatening | Eating Problems | Bipolar |
Irrational | Under the Influence | Stalking | Relationship Violence | Sexual Assault |
*All linked information from the Reaching Out Handbook: Resources for Responding to Students in Distress used with permission from Boise State University's Health Services.
THE AGGRESSIVE STUDENT
Students usually become aggressive in situations they perceive as beyond their control. Sometimes feelings of anger are displaced from the situation onto the nearest target (e.g., you).
If a student becomes violent, remain calm and get help if necessary (send a student for a staff person, faculty member, department chair, or police officer). Stay safe by retaining access to a door, knowing whom to call (University Police 406-994-2121), and keeping furniture (e.g., a desk) between you and the student. Do not threaten, corner, or touch the student.
Take all threats of violence seriously. Clarify what is meant by asking, "What do you mean by that?" or saying, "I am taking your words very seriously." Call University Police for consultation; inform your supervisor or department head of the situation.
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If there is immediate risk to life or property, call 911 or University Police at (406) 994-2121.