A new study looks into why disproportionate numbers of minority students are put into special education. We hear from a researcher about the findings that suggest it has less to do with racial bias and more to do with money. We also talk about the risk factors and warning signs that go along with suicidal thoughts.
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Study: Social Inequalities, Rather Than Racism, Land Minorities In Special Education
A recent study published in The Sociological Quarterly found that the disproportionate placement of racial minorities into special education for learning disabilities has less to do with racial bias than it does socioeconomic status. A researcher joins us to explain why that could be, and whether special education actually helps students.
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September Is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control. We talk about risk factors, warning signs and ways to help. We also look at the scope of suicide as a public health challenge.
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- Leah Rolando Guest
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