IDEA is the federal law that guarantees a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) for students with disabilities.

An IEP is a written document that outlines a student's academic and functional goals, as well as the services and supports that will be provided to help the student achieve those goals.

Intellectual disability is not a common characteristic of students with emotional disturbance.

School counselors play a vital role in supporting students with emotional disturbance by providing individual and group counseling, consulting with teachers and parents, and developing and implementing behavior intervention plans.

Ignoring disruptive behavior is not a recommended strategy for teachers to use when working with students with emotional disturbance.

Parents play a vital role in advocating for their child with emotional disturbance by attending IEP meetings and participating in the development of their child's IEP, communicating regularly with their child's teachers and school administrators, and seeking out additional resources and support services for their child.

Academic success is not a common challenge faced by families of students with emotional disturbance.

Family support groups provide emotional support and encouragement, share information and resources, and advocate for the needs of students with emotional disturbance.

Being assertive and demanding is not a recommended strategy for parents to use when communicating with their child's teachers and school administrators.

The community can support students with emotional disturbance and their families by providing financial assistance, offering volunteer opportunities, and raising awareness about emotional disturbance.

Ignoring disruptive behavior is not a recommended strategy for teachers to use when working with students with emotional disturbance in the classroom.

A transition plan is a written document that outlines a student's goals and services for the next school year, identifies the student's strengths and weaknesses, determines the student's eligibility for special education services, and develops a plan for the student's transition to adulthood.

Physical health problems are not a common challenge faced by students with emotional disturbance in the classroom.

School psychologists play a vital role in supporting students with emotional disturbance by providing individual and group counseling, consulting with teachers and parents, and developing and implementing behavior intervention plans.

Ignoring disruptive behavior is not a recommended strategy for parents to use when helping their child with emotional disturbance at home.