PA274: Redefining Friendship: Narratives From Youth With Intellectual Disabilities

Thursday, February 15, 2024
9:30 AM–10:20 AM CST

  • PMD: 4,8
  • Cost: Included in Registration
  • Skill Level: Introduction

Learner Objectives

This session will help participants…

  1. understand the nature and quality of facilitated friendships amongst those with ID as reported by those with ID and their caregivers;
  2. examine quotes and material culture from those with ID involved in a phenomenological study using an emancipatory inquiry framework; and
  3. review ways that school psychologists can partner with families and communities to promote friendship opportunities for students with ID.

Description

Individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID) often struggle forming and maintaining friendships. Learn how youth with ID conceptualize friendship and how educational systems can improve social skills services for this population.

Presenter(s)

Kayla McCreadie, University of Denver
Devadrita Talapatra, University of Denver

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