Madison Center for Children
South Bend, Indiana
one review
Why did you choose this fieldwork?
I wanted the Mental Health Peds experience because I really wanted to do something in that specialty area when I graduated.
Please indicate type of setting:
Inpatient, Acute, Mental Health
Please describe your living and commuting situation. (Was accomodation offered? Public transportation or parking offered? Please include price paid, location and conditions.)
I lived downtown and rented a room in a woman's house. It was 5 minutes from the center. I was able to park in her driveway. I believe it was 250/month to rent the room. Overall, it was a great living situation and I was happy to have found it.
Describe types of conditions or diagnoses, as well as age ranges exposed to during this fieldwork.
Mental Health: bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, suicide, teen issues, aggression, ocd, odd,etc. Review all the mental health diagnoses.
What types of assessments and interventions were used?
Interview, observation, clinical assessments for mental health
Relaxation therapy, art therapy, pet therapy, one to one counseling
What are your thoughts on the site's environment for the employees and students? (Please consider: organization, collaboration, mentoring, learning opportunities)
It was an unbelieveable placement. I learned so much from the staff at the center. OT, Psychiatry, Social Workers, etc. They had a great team approach.
Please comment on personality traits and/or preparation that would facilitate success at this site.
Strong organization skills, written communication skills, initiative, creativity, confidence.
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How many stars would you give your experience, from one to five?
5
Review submitted April 29, 2009 by Leah