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Publication Date: 2020
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HIV/AIDS in U.S. Schools: Neuropsychological and Psychoeducational Implications
Davis, Andrew S.; Short, Cathrine M.; Chittooran, Mary M.
International Journal of School & Educational Psychology, v8 n4 p256-268 2020
The introduction of new treatments for and increased knowledge about HIV/AIDS in the United States has resulted in a substantial decrease in mortality but an increase in morbidity for children with these conditions. Pediatric HIV/AIDS are best conceptualized using a neuropsychological approach to assessment and intervention, as children may present with neurological problems, neurocognitive deficits, psychiatric concerns, environmental considerations, and psychosocial difficulties including marginalization, discrimination, and stigma. As such, school psychologists who work with children with these conditions need to be intimately familiar with the factors that determine current functioning via a psychoeducational effect, as well as predict future outcomes. The purpose of this article is to provide information for school psychologists about the current state of research and practice with children who live with HIV/AIDS in the United States, including ethical and legal considerations and governmental actions. Recommendations for working with these children and their families and for developing individual and school-wide intervention and prevention programs are offered.
Descriptors: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), Neurological Impairments, Chronic Illness, Special Needs Students, Evaluation Methods, Intervention, Psychology, Mental Health, Environmental Influences, Social Influences, Social Bias, School Psychologists, Role, Student Needs, Legal Responsibility, Incidence, Communicable Diseases, At Risk Students, Health Behavior, Cognitive Ability, Prevention, Drug Therapy, Compliance (Psychology), Ethics, Educational Legislation, Equal Education, Students with Disabilities, Federal Legislation, Criminal Law
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