SPED7072-01.TBI:Emotional/Behaviorl Issues.Sp15.Brown,Jerrod

Understand the neuroanatomy of an injured brain and how students may deal with resulting emotional and behavioral issues. Examine the current research for TBI cases in the areas of medication therapy, sexuality, chemical dependency, friendships, depression, and challenging behaviors. Review specifics for identifying, evaluating, and observing behaviors and discuss the use of specific strategies for changing those behaviors.Target audience: educators, special educators K-12, school nurses, school psychologists. NOTE: This course is required for completion of the Traumatic Brain Injury Certificate