Psychological Crisis
A psychological crisis exists when an individual is threatening harm to themselves, others or is out of touch with reality. A psychotic break may be manifested by hallucinations, uncontrollable behavior, or complete withdrawal.
REPORTING A PSYCHOLOGICAL CRISIS
- Dial 911 if the situation becomes violent.
- Dial Campus Safety at x4444.
Provide the following information to the emergency dispatcher:
- Your name
- Your location and the location of the incident
- The nature of the incident
If it is safe to do so, remain on the line until emergency personnel arrives.
Never try to deal with a potentially dangerous situation by yourself. Report any suicide attempt to Campus Safety so that the proper procedures may be followed in order to ensure the safety of the victim.
In situations where immediate assistance is not necessary, you may also contact:
- The SCU Counseling Center Staff. Available to take your call Monday – Friday.
- The Suicide Prevention Hotline at 408-279-3312
- The Rape Hotline at 408-287-3000
