A new challenge for an ever-expanding group: Trauma and students having Autism Spectrum Disorders

We know there are many students having ASD in schools. These students struggle with communication, socializing and often present odd behavioral patterns. What is the culmination of these challenges? It’s levels of trauma that for some, are approaching significant levels. This presentation explores what trauma is for students with ASD, its triggers and how educators can prevent and reduce trauma

A New Challenge for an Ever-Expanding Group: Trauma and Person Having Autism Spectrum Disorder

We know there are many students having ASD in schools. These students struggle with communication, socializing and often present odd behavioral patterns. What is the culmination of these challenges? It’s levels of trauma that for some, are approaching significant levels. This presentation explores what trauma is for students with ASD, its triggers and how educators can prevent and reduce trauma

A review of survey data collected on the use of Applied Behavior Analytic (ABA) based instructional strategies by educators in Pennsylvania schools

This survey was initiated to explore the perceptions and daily practices of Applied behavior Analytic ABA) by educators supporting exceptional learners in public and private school settings in Pennsylvania. This survey explores the degree to which educators are trained, feel confident in and actually carry out a range evidenced based practices following an ABA approach. Results are also presented in regards to barriers that educators feel limit the delivery of ABA based approaches and undermine the fidelity of interventions once introduced in their professional settings