ABSTRACT

Lessons from School Psychology presents practical advice and evidence-based strategies for school-based professionals and parents to utilize when dealing with challenging and worrisome behavior in children and adolescents. Structured around a series of timely topics facing schools today, chapters cover everything from bullying and racial incidents to substance abuse and suicide prevention. This unique resource integrates proven models and strategies from school psychology practice in an accessible format that highlights key takeaways and valuable lessons for teachers, counselors, social workers, administration, or anyone looking to help a young person in their life.

part I|1 pages

Fostering Positive Mental Health and Social-Emotional Development

chapter 2|13 pages

Understanding Worry and Anxiety

Tools for Teachers and Parents

chapter 3|13 pages

Fostering Social Development in Children

Strategies for Parents and Teachers

chapter 6|11 pages

When Bad Things Happen

How to Talk to Children and Adolescents About Crisis Events

part II|1 pages

Supporting Academic Progress and Positive Behavior

chapter 7|13 pages

Addressing Reading Problems

74It’s Complicated

chapter 8|13 pages

Teaching Children to Self-Regulate

chapter 9|12 pages

The Concept of Independence in Autism Treatment

Are We Speaking the Same Language?

chapter 10|12 pages

Understanding Learning Disabilities

Implications for Teachers and Parents

part III|1 pages

Proactive, Systemic Strategies in Schools

chapter 16|12 pages

Schools, Substance Abuse, and Psychology

Addressing Adolescent Substance Abuse in the School Setting

chapter 18|13 pages

Home–School Collaboration