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Published on: August 5, 2014
Interventions for students with traumatic brain injury: managing behavioral disturbances
T J Kehle1, E Clark, W R Jenson
1School Psychology Program, University of Connecticut, Storrs 06269, USA.
Journal of Learning Disabilities
|November 1, 1996
Summary
Educators can address behavioral issues in children with traumatic brain injuries (TBI) by considering cognitive impairments. Tailoring interventions to unique student needs is crucial for effective support following TBI.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Developmental Psychology
- Educational Psychology
Background:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI) in children and adolescents often leads to significant behavioral sequelae.
- Existing behavioral interventions are frequently not empirically validated for TBI populations.
- Cognitive deficits following TBI can exacerbate behavioral problems and hinder intervention success.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide educators with information on common behavioral sequelae after pediatric TBI.
- To guide educators in developing effective intervention strategies for students with TBI.
- To highlight the impact of cognitive impairments on behavioral management in TBI cases.
Main Methods:
- Review of literature on behavioral and cognitive outcomes of TBI in pediatric populations.
- Analysis of factors influencing intervention design for students with TBI.
- Focus on cognitive sequelae such as attention deficits, executive dysfunction, and memory impairments.
Main Results:
- Children and adolescents with TBI exhibit a range of behavioral challenges.
- Cognitive impairments (attention, executive function, memory) are key factors complicating behavioral interventions.
- A tailored approach considering individual cognitive profiles is necessary for effective support.
Conclusions:
- Educators require specific knowledge to support students with TBI behavioral issues.
- Intervention strategies must account for cognitive deficits resulting from TBI.
- Further research is needed to validate behavioral interventions for TBI populations.
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