Pursuing a counseling career in the state of Missouri can be a rewarding professional choice. Persistent challenges within the state’s mental health care system will likely sustain robust demand for newly trained professionals for years to come. The 2023 Mental Health America report noted Missouri’s overall ranking as 39th place in the United States. Dr. Karrie Swan, graduate … [Read more...] about Ask an Expert: Advice for counseling students

September is National Deaf Awareness Month. The purpose of this month is to increase public awareness of deaf issues, people and culture. Many hearing people are not aware of the depth of deaf culture and how they can make language more accessible. Dr. Karen Engler, clinical professor and graduate program director of special education-education of the deaf and hard of hearing, … [Read more...] about Accessible language for all

It’s a true hallmark of parenting: We all want what’s best for our kids. Parents are fierce protectors, consistent teachers and faithful advocates. When a child has an emotional or behavioral disorder, educators must work with parents and students to develop goals, a beneficial plan and appropriate structure. Dr. Reesha Adamson, associate professor of special education at … [Read more...] about What if your child struggles in a classroom?

When students act out in classrooms, many schools deal with the disruptive behaviors through restraint and seclusion. “Restraint restricts a child’s movement, while seclusion involves removing a child from the academic context,” said Dr. Reesha Adamson, a special education expert at Missouri State University. “Historically, our schools have underreported these incidents.” While … [Read more...] about Reduce negative classroom behaviors with de-escalation strategies