Emotional Behavior Disorder, Mental Health, and Well-Being
Dr. Cheryl Anderson
Title: Media Specialist/ PBIS Coach
Research Topic: Emotional Behavioral Disorder Students and The Need For Psychological (Mental Health) Services
Institution: Capella University
Committee Chair: Bonita Wilcox, Ph.D.
Abstract: Over the years, concern has often been expressed about the rights of children with disabilities to have a free and appropriate public education. The right to this education and related services is grounded in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). States receiving funds because of IDEA must follow the mandate concerning the education of children with disabilities. This mandate calls for school age children with disabilities to receive an education with related services necessary to their education at no expense to their parents. Children with emotional and behavioral difficulties (EBD) present special challenges to parents, teachers and other professionals. With these challenges present, this dissertation investigated to see if the needs of Emotional Behavior Disorder students were being met in an interrelated classroom setting. It was the intent of this research to question the Free Appropriate Education (FAPE) that is afforded these students through IDEA. It brings into focus the significance of providing psychological or mental health services within the schools. Teachers and parents see a need for EBD students to receive mental health services. Directors believe that EBD students need further assistance. According to the data collected, EBD students are not receiving the related services mandated by IDEA.
Title: Media Specialist/ PBIS Coach
Research Topic: Emotional Behavioral Disorder Students and The Need For Psychological (Mental Health) Services
Institution: Capella University
Committee Chair: Bonita Wilcox, Ph.D.
Abstract: Over the years, concern has often been expressed about the rights of children with disabilities to have a free and appropriate public education. The right to this education and related services is grounded in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). States receiving funds because of IDEA must follow the mandate concerning the education of children with disabilities. This mandate calls for school age children with disabilities to receive an education with related services necessary to their education at no expense to their parents. Children with emotional and behavioral difficulties (EBD) present special challenges to parents, teachers and other professionals. With these challenges present, this dissertation investigated to see if the needs of Emotional Behavior Disorder students were being met in an interrelated classroom setting. It was the intent of this research to question the Free Appropriate Education (FAPE) that is afforded these students through IDEA. It brings into focus the significance of providing psychological or mental health services within the schools. Teachers and parents see a need for EBD students to receive mental health services. Directors believe that EBD students need further assistance. According to the data collected, EBD students are not receiving the related services mandated by IDEA.
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