Published on: July 9, 2026
A Joint ATIXA and NABITA Tip of the Week by Mikiba Morehead, Ed.D., M.A., Linda Abbott, M.S., LMHC, and Saundra K. Schuster, J.D., M.S.
Whether a concern arises through a Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT), student conduct process, disability services office, or Title IX complaint, schools and institutions are often tasked with balancing support for individuals with disability-related needs against broader responsibilities related to safety, disruption, and equitable treatment.
How can practitioners respond thoughtfully to disability-related concerns without compromising due process, student rights, or community well-being? The answer involves a coordinated, individualized response that prioritizes both support and accountability while remaining grounded in institutional policy and legal obligations. This approach also helps to minimize the risk of institutional processes stereotyping or stigmatizing mental health or disability-related concerns.
ATIXA and NABITA recently held a joint Time with IX/Talking BITs event to explore this topic. Below are key takeaways and practical strategies drawn directly from that conversation to help you move from insight to action.
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