Autism and Comorbid Mental Health Issues: Challenges and Issues for School Teams

• By: Vanessa Tucker, PhD, BCBA-D Pacific Lutheran University
• July 1st, 2014
• ASD comorbidities, behavioral supports, collaborative care, comorbid, IDEA eligibility, mental health, mental health disorders, school, school interventions, special education, training
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Children and youth with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) represent a variable and growing population in the K-12 school system who may be served under IDEA (The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: 2004). ASD is, according to the DSM V (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders,...