Honors College Theses
Publication Date
3-28-2024
Major
Communication Sciences and Disorders (B.S.)
Document Type and Release Option
Thesis (open access)
Faculty Mentor
Dr. April W. Garrity
Abstract
Trauma is a prevalent issue among college students, with lasting negative effects on mental health, physical well-being, and academic performance. Despite this, literature exploring the application of trauma-informed education practices (TIEPs), specifically within the field of communication sciences and disorders (CSD), is limited. The purpose of this study was to address this literature gap by exploring which TIEPs CSD students find most beneficial.
Undergraduate students majoring in CSD participated in this research, rating the helpfulness of 12 TIEPs. Most participants reported perceiving all TIEPs as at least “very helpful”. These data represent a step toward improved understanding of the effects of TIEPs on CSD students’ academic experiences. The intentional integration of trauma- informed practices in CSD classrooms holds promise for enhancing learning experiences and fostering supportive environments.
Recommended Citation
Knussmann, Lindsey J., "Trauma-Informed Educational Practices: Perceptions of Undergraduate Communication Sciences and Disorders Students" (2024). Honors College Theses. 952.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/honors-theses/952
