ERIC Number: EJ1089446
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016-Jan
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ISSN: ISSN-0161-1461
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School-Based Speech-Language Pathologists' Knowledge and Perceptions of Autism Spectrum Disorder and Bullying
Ofe, Erin E.; Plumb, Allison M.; Plexico, Laura W.; Haak, Nancy J.
Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, v47 n1 p59-76 Jan 2016
Purpose: The purpose of the current investigation was to examine speech-language pathologists' (SLPs') knowledge and perceptions of bullying, with an emphasis on autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Method: A 46-item, web-based survey was used to address the purposes of this investigation. Participants were recruited through e-mail and electronic mailing lists for American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) special interest divisions 1 (Language, Learning, and Education) and 16 (School-Based Issues). Also, an embedded link to the survey was posted on the ASHA Community website and ASHA Facebook page. Results: Participants demonstrated knowledge of many aspects of bullying research; however, they demonstrated weaknesses in others. All respondents agreed that SLPs should intervene in moments of bullying, but not all indicated that they feel comfortable intervening. Few participants indicated that their school district implemented antibullying campaigns specific to children with special needs, such as ASD. Conclusions: As recognized experts in working with children with communication deficits, including individuals with ASD, SLPs have the opportunity to play a key role in antibullying efforts. Results revealed, however, that school-based SLPs may benefit from more information on bullying in order to understand the nature, context, and extent of this issue, as well as ways in which to respond to bullying when it is observed.
Descriptors: Bullying, Speech Language Pathology, Allied Health Personnel, Knowledge Level, Attitude Measures, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Online Surveys, Intervention, Responsibility, Board of Education Policy
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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