Is school refusal a problem in your school? School refusal behavior (SRB) remains one of the most challenging behaviors for school staff, families, and students. Recognizing the dynamics and knowing how to intervene are imperative to helping school refusing students to return to functioning. In this course, you will learn the form and function of SRB, the profiles of SRB, the common family dynamics involved in SRB, early warning signs, and intervention plans to reintegrate students back to school.
Define the form and function of SRB
Differentiate between the positive reinforcement profile and the negative reinforcement profile
Identify the 5 common family profiles and how they impact on addressing SRB
Develop and implement the components of reintegration plans
Recognize mental health issues that underlie and contribute to SRB