Children’s mental health is in the spotlight like never before. Concerning data around anxiety and depression, as well as the increasing prevalence of conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism spectrum disorder, are driving important discussions about supporting kids’ mental health.
In this three-part series, our expert guests address evidence-based interventions and assessments to equip clinicians with the latest tools and tactics for enhancing a child or adolescent’s well-being. We’ll assess the current landscape of student mental health and dive deeper into ADHD, ASD and co-occurring conditions, and the latest BASCTM family of solutions.
Check out the podcast episodes!
⬆- Ep. 3 Get Ready for BASC-4: What the Authors Want You To Know About the Latest Edition
- Ep. 2 Supporting the Spectrum: How To Address Autism and Co-Occurring Conditions
- Ep. 1 Getting Your Attention: What You Can Do To Support Children and Teens with ADHD
Ep. 3
Get Ready for BASC-4: What the Authors Want You To Know About the Latest Edition
The BASC-3 from Pearson has been an industry-leading suite of materials for screening and assessment, and the latest edition is set to build upon these successes and equip clinicians and educators with the most effective tools to support student well-being. We’ll go over what’s new in the BASC-4 and how educators can leverage this and related tools for student success, with the BASC-4 authors: Randy Kamphaus, Ph.D. and Cecil R. Reynolds, Ph.D.
Ep. 2
Supporting the Spectrum: How To Address Autism and Co-Occurring Conditions
One in 31 children has ASD, and the prevalence of co-occurring mental health conditions is rising, underscoring why it’s vital for clinicians to be equipped with screening tools and intervention strategies that support children’s well-being in and out of the classroom. We’ll discuss how clinicians can help provide support for children and adolescents who are diagnosed with ASD, with our guest: Dr. Craig Zinkiewicz, a licensed school psychologist specializing in working with children with autism, ADHD and learning disabilities.
Ep. 1
Getting Your Attention: What You Can Do To Support Children and Teens with ADHD
ADHD diagnosis rates vary widely, and the condition itself presents many complexities. We’ll explore actionable strategies for clinicians to identify children who need additional ADHD support and how to provide the right learning environment for them, with our guest: Tyler Vassar, Ed.S., a licensed school psychologist and assessment consultant at Pearson.
