30Apr
18Mar
Seeing the Whole Student: Data-Driven ADHD Assessment
Key Takeaways: School psychologists are leaders in data-based ADHD identification. The next era of evaluation will refine how multiple data sources can be intentionally integrated to strengthen decision making. As student needs become more complex and concerns related to ADHD symptomology and impairment increase, schools must rely on robust, standardized tools that integrate multiple types...
26Nov
Early Detection of Emotional Dysregulation in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
If a preschooler throws themselves on the floor over a broken crayon, is it a tantrum or a signal of something deeper? At this age, it’s hard to tell. Emotional highs and lows are part of typical early childhood, making it difficult to distinguish developmentally normal frustration from patterns of...
18Aug
Uncovering the Hidden Potential of Gifted Students: An Interview with Author Dr. Steven Pfeiffer
We re-connected for a second interview with Dr. Steven Pfeiffer, an internationally recognized psychologist and expert on the resiliency and social competency of high ability children and twice-exceptional (2e) individuals—those who are intellectually gifted while also having a learning difference or disability. Known for his clinical insight, research contributions, and...
01Aug
Trends in Gifted Education: Fair Identification Best Practices
Gifted education is constantly evolving to better meet the needs of gifted learners. In recent years, gifted identification practices have become fairer and more comprehensive¹. At its core, fairness in gifted education ensures all students have equal opportunities to demonstrate their ability without being unduly influenced by their demographic background...
05Jun
The Role of Parent and Teacher Perspectives in Autism Identification and Monitoring
Accurately identifying mental health behaviors can be challenging, particularly when the evaluated person’s insight, self-awareness, and motivation to seek treatment vary. In the case of children, all of whom depend on a parent’s, guardian’s or teacher’s observation and a professional’s careful study, the challenge could widen. Relying on a single...
22Apr
Are Ability and Achievement Tests the Same?
Ability and achievement tests are vital tools for identifying gifted and talented students. For students that require ability testing, the Naglieri General Ability Tests™, an ability test by Multi-Health Systems (MHS), uses verbal, nonverbal and quantitative test questions to identify students with high ability. Achievement tests like...
07Apr
Unmasking Autism: The Rising Awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adults and Across Genders
Over the years, there has been greater awareness (in research, practice, and the general population) of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and its detection across a person’s lifespan. This growing recognition and heightened understanding are reflected in the surge in ASD diagnoses among adults1. In addition, the clinical community and the...
25Feb
Flexible, Secure, Online: Meet the Conners CPT Online Suite
Editorial Note: This article has been updated to include additional notes on the latest Conners Continuous Performance Test™ 3rd Edition Online (Conners CPT™ 3 Online) enhancement, which includes secure remote administration, enabling greater flexibility without changing the assessment you trust. There is a new way to administer, score, and generate reports with only an internet connection....
28Jan
Enhancing Care with MHS Tools: Bridging Gaps in Open-Source Solutions
The healthcare landscape is evolving towards patient-centered care as technology advances and needs change. Measurement-Based Care (MBC) is a systematic approach to improving treatment and intervention outcomes by routinely gathering and using client-reported data. While open-source tools can provide some of this information, complementing these tools by using scientifically backed...