Fostering Social-Emotional Competence and Wellbeing

• In Event: AERA Roundtable Session Saturday 1:45 pm - Gold 2

Session Type: Roundtable Session

Abstract

This session examines the social-emotional, behavioral, and cognitive experiences of children with disabilities. Presentations explore empathy and attitudes toward peers with social-emotional difficulties, the stigmatization of students with emotional and behavioral disorders, co-occurring behavioral challenges in students with learning disabilities, and assessment of creative potential across typical, gifted, and twice-exceptional populations. Attendees will gain insights into research and practice that support the well-being, inclusion, and development of all children.

Sub Unit

• SIG-Special and Inclusive Education Research

Chair

• Sarah A Caroleo, Brown University

Papers

• A Review of the Education and Stigmatization of Students with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders - Karly Conroy, University of Texas at Austin

• Methodological Issues in Research on Mental Health and Wellbeing of Parents of Children with Developmental Disabilities: A Literature Review - Jing Su, University of California - Santa Barbara

• Exploring the Prevalence of Co‑occurring Externalizing and Internalizing Problems in Students with Learning Disabilities - Nayoung Yoon, University of Texas at Austin