Aggressive challenging behavior is common in people with intellectual disability, as is the use of antipsychotic (neuroleptic) drugs to treat them, the group writes. A review of 8 randomized ...

Frequent discipline may be a sign that kids with disabilities are not receiving FAPE, according to new federal guidance reminding schools of their obligations to provide behavior supports.

Results of the study were extremely positive with all students in the study improving their compliant behavior. Something small like a student putting away a toy when their teacher asks them might ...

Health behavior science doctoral candidate Paige Laxton (left) is equipping KenCrest resident Alexander with an activPAL. Alexander volunteered to be part of Laxton’s research on sedentary behavior in ...

“This is the first time we’ve shown sedentary behavior was related to increased disability regardless of the amount of moderate exercise,” said lead author Dorothy Dunlop from Northwestern ...

Federal education officials are taking new steps to address the academic needs of students with disabilities who have significant behavior challenges.

A behavioral level system at the Jordan School District is causing concern for a Herriman parent, as she feels it is unfair and possibly discriminates against c ...

Tennessee schools had interpreted a 2022 rule to mean students could not be removed before a formal behavioral assessment was ...

Students receiving special-education services for behavioral disorders and those with more obvious disabilities are more likely to be bullied than their general-education counterparts -- and are ...

IEPs aren't just for learning, physical disabilities. Students with behavioral issues benefit too. Story by Natalie Eilbert, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel • 7mo ...

New research explores the complex emotional, behavioral and intellectual disabilities associated with childhood epilepsy and their effect on development.

Our Emotional and Behavioral Disorders License program prepares you to serve K-12 students who have been identified with mild to severe emotional and behavior disorders. If you already hold a special ...