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Perspectives on ADHD in children and adolescents as a social construct amidst rising prevalence of diagnosis and medication use
This issue of NASET’s ADHD series introduces Perspectives on ADHD in children and adolescents as a social construct amidst rising prevalence of diagnosis and medication use. The diagnosis of...
Diagnosing Fragile X Syndrome
IntroductionThe genetic disorder Fragile X syndrome, which results from mutations in a gene on the X chromosome, is the most commonly inherited form of developmental...
Down Syndrome
IntroductionDown syndrome is a condition in which a person has an extra chromosome. Chromosomes are small “packages” of genes in the body. They determine how...
Adapting Curriculum for Students with Special Needs
Introduction One of the most important things to keep in mind when working with student with special needs is that they can learn. In many...
Treatment of Depression
How is depression treated?Depression, even the most severe cases, can be treated. The earlier treatment begins, the more effective it is. Depression is usually treated...
Depression
IntroductionWhat is depression?Depression (also known as major depression, major depressive disorder, or clinical depression) is a common but serious mood disorder. It causes severe symptoms...
The Impact of TBI on Behavioral and Academic Performances: Evidence-Based Behavioral and Instructional Interventions for Students
By Carolyn M. Sweeney, Lydia K. Mallah, and Jacquelyn Moultrie This issue of NASET’s Classroom Management series was written by Carolyn M. Sweeney, Lydia K....
Treatment of Bipolar Disorder
Overview of Bipolar DisorderBipolar disorder (formerly called manic-depressive illness or manic depression) is a mental illness that causes unusual shifts in a person’s mood, energy,...
Exploring Educational and Behavioral Outcomes for Children with Emotional Behavioral Disorders (EBD)
By Alexis Ahumada This issue of NASET’s Classroom Management Series was written by Alexis Ahumada. Research has shown that students with emotional-behavioral disorder (EBD) are...
Bipolar Disorders
IntroductionBipolar disorder (formerly called manic-depressive illness or manic depression) is a mental illness that causes unusual shifts in a person’s mood, energy, activity levels, and...
Treatment of ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
What is autism spectrum disorder?Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability caused by differences in the brain. Some people with ASD have a known...
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
INTRODUCTION Screening and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder Developmental screening can be done by several professionals in health care, community, and school settings. However, primary...
Treatment of Anxiety Disorders
What is anxiety?Occasional anxiety is a normal part of life. Many people worry about things such as health, money, or family problems. But anxiety disorders...
Anxiety Disorders
IntroductionWhat is anxiety?Occasional anxiety is a normal part of life. Many people worry about things such as health, money, or family problems. But anxiety disorders...
Issue # 60
Lesser Known Disorders Rare DisordersRoughly 7,000 rare diseases/disorders have been identified as affecting the human race. Because they are rare, it can be a real...
Issue #54: Facilitating Transition from School to Adulthood for Students With Mild To Severe Intellectual Disabilities: A Literature Review
By Marissa Desiree Pardo This issue of NASET’s Severe Disabilities series was written by Marissa Desiree Pardo. The article is a literature review about facilitating the...
Issue #53: Social Skills for Students with Moderate to Severe Disabilities: Can Community Based Instruction Help?
Carissa Hernandez, M.A. California State University Dominguez HillsSaili S. Kulkarni, Ph.D. California State University Dominguez Hills AbstractThe purpose of this research study was to determine how...
“How Am I Doing?” Teaching Children with Emotional-Behavioral Disorders to Self-Manage Their Behaviors
Lael Tensfeldt, M.A. Sonoma County Office of Education Amory Verroulx, M.A., BCBA Sunny Hills Services Jennifer N. Mahdavi, Ph.D, BCBA-D. Sonoma State University Relying on...
Issue #52: Multiple Disabilities
IntroductionAccording to the Sprayberry Center (2017) Children with multiple disabilities will have a combination of various disabilities that may include: speech, physical mobility, learning, mental...
Issue #51: Respite Care
IntroductionOver the years, there has been a growing awareness that adjustment to the special needs of a child influences all family members. This awareness has...