LISA ChatGPT

Well-being and mental health are fundamental components of children's development and their educational success. Yet, more than one in four children face challenges such as neurodevelopmental and learning disorders (like Specific Learning Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, etc.), mood disorders (like anxiety, depression), or emotional and behavioral disorders.

In the absence of detection and intervention, these challenges often lead to severe consequences for the child and those around them: lack of interest, dropping out, bullying, violence, suicidal actions...

The LISA research-action program provides educational stakeholders with tools to identify, understand, and collaborate, to support each child, both in and outside of school, based on their strengths and needs. Co-constructed by teachers, families, researchers, clinicians, and other educational actors, LISA develops a community, a training program, and a digital platform.

LISA is originally developed and prototyped in France, initiated by iféa, a network of innovative schools, and the Learning Planet Institute. LISA is developed Under the supervision of its scientific committee, including Ariel B. Lindner, Bennett L. Leventhal, Richard Delorme, Bruno Falissard, Caroline Huron, Yasser Kazhaal, and others; a dedicated team including Anirudh Krishnakumar, Naima Page, Kseniia Konischeva, Arno Klein, and others; and key partner institutions including the Child Mind Institute, INSERM U1284, CléPsy, and the Robert Debré Hospital in Paris.

The project has received support from the French government to be deployed in 200 schools within the Académie de Créteil, Académie de Paris, Académie de Versaille, and the Mission laïque française.

LISA aims to provide stakeholders in the education of children and adolescents with evidence-based, actionable, and accessible training and guidance in the process of identifying and supporting their unique strengths and needs. As part of this effort, LISA is building a database of resources, Lisapedia.

While all Lisapedia content will be carefully written, reviewed, and validate by a scientific and editorial committee, this page represents a technological proof of concept of combining structured knowledge from field experts with generative AI to draft content, which can then be reviewed and edited by experts.

THIS CONTENT IS DISPLAYED HERE FOR DEMONSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED AS A REFERENCE. SOME CONTENT MAY BE IRRELEVANT, OR EVEN OUTRIGHT FALSE. IF YOU SUSPECT A MEDICAL CONDITION, IMMEDIATLY REFER TO A TRAINED PROFESSIONAL.

I want to help my children/student in the following broad area:
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I want to help my children/student in the following, more specific area:
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In this area, my children/student displays the following behavior:
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I am a 6th grade math teacher. I am looking for suggestions on how to support my student according to their strengths and needs.

You are a child and adolescent psychiatrist. Your role is to provide guidance to a 6th grade math teacher on how to support student according to their strengths and needs.

My student has been assessed for the following dimension:

Transitions - transitioning between activities or places: Leaving home or other sites (e.g., school) requires preparation that is often captured in routines so that all the elements of the departure are well-coordinated, with little emotional or behavioral disruption, and no necessary items are left behind. It is important to anticipate pending transitions and plan for what comes next. The departure requires the timely gathering of objects necessary for the transition, so that the departure can take place in an orderly and timely fashion. Transitions routines often use appropriate social elements (e.g., "Good-bye," "See you tomorrow," "Thank you," waving or hugs, etc.), as well as addressing of safety concerns (e.g., "hold my hand", "put on your seat belt", etc.)
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His/her profile is as follows:

Uses age-appropriate strategies and routines for transitions: Most children have consistent, yet flexible and adaptive routines that help prepare to move from one place to another. They react appropriately to pre-departure signals by gathering the necessary belongings and appropriately managing the social elements of transition. Consistently following these routines increases order and decreases anxiety, while minimizing behavioral disruption and enhancing social experiences.

Create a guide that I can use and share to best support my student.

The guide MUST have the following structure:


1. Overview of the challenges associated with this profile

Present this section as a markdown table with 2 columns:
- Challenges,
- How they manifest.

2. Efficient, evidence-based strategies to support this student

In this section, include 3 to 5 strategies. Each strategy must have:
- A title,
- A brief description and why it is efficient,
- Specific implementation steps,
- Parameters to monitor and adjust.

Present this information in a markdown table with 4 columns.

Each strategy must be sustainable and easy to implement in the classroom, and lead to this student nurturing his strengths and building resilience.

3. Do and don'ts

List common mistakes to avoid and best practices to follow when supporting this student.

Present this information in a markdown table with 2 columns.

4. Further reading and research

List resources that can help me learn more about this profile, as well as a choice of keywords to use in my own research.

Be concise and use simple language. Prefer using bullet points and/or markdown tables instead of long text paragraphs.
  1. Overview of the challenges associated with this profile
ChallengesHow they manifest
Anxiety towards unpredictabilityStudents with difficulty in transitions can become anxious if their routine is disrupted or changed unexpectedly.
Problems with social elements of transitionsHandling the social aspects of transitions may be a challenge and the student may struggle with saying goodbyes or following other social etiquettes during transitions.
Misplacing necessary itemsGathering necessary items for the transition and ensuring nothing is left behind can also be challenging. If not properly assisted, this student might frequently misplace or lose necessary items during the transition.
  1. Efficient, evidence-based strategies to support this student
StrategyDescription and EfficiencyImplementation StepsParameters to Monitor and Adjust
Establish RoutineRoutines provide a sense of security and help in reducing anxiety.1. Establish a routine for transitions, be it class-to-class or topic-to-topic. 2. Ensure to verbally signal before making transitions. 3. Give them time to get used to the routine.Monitor the anxiety levels during transitions. Adjust the routine elements if the student continues to face issues.
Visual SupportsVisual supports can help in understanding and remembering the steps involved in transitions.1. Use visual timers to indicate how much time is left before the transition. 2. Use a visual schedule to show the order of activities.Check if the student understands and follows the visual aids. Modify the visuals based on student's comprehension and comfort level.
Social StoriesSocial stories can help the student navigate social aspects of transitions.1. Develop simple stories that model appropriate social behavior during transitions. E.g., how to say goodbye. 2. Practice the stories with the student.Monitor student's social interactions during transitions. Add more details or modify the social stories based on the student's performance.
Personal ChecklistA checklist can make sure the student gathers necessary items for the transition.1. Develop a simple checklist of items needed for the transition. 2. Help the student follow the checklist until they memorize it.Monitor the frequency of misplacing items. Adjust the checklist as needed based on the student's needs and preferences.
  1. Do and don'ts
Do'sDon'ts
Do provide clear signals before any transition.Don't change the routine without warning.
Do practice patience and give the student enough time to adjust to transitions.Don't rush the student through transitions.
Do use simple and clear language while instructing.Don't complicate directions with unnecessary details.
Do praise the student for successful transitions.Don't criticize mishandled transitions. Instead, help them learn from the mistake.
  1. Further reading and research
  • Books: “The Incredible 5-Point Scale: Assisting Students in Understanding Social Interactions and Controlling their Emotional Responses” by Kari Dunn Buron
  • Research articles: "The Effects of Visual Supports in Instruction on the Reading Comprehension Skills of Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders"
  • Useful keywords for research: "Transition routines in middle school", "Visual supports for transitions", "Organizational tools for students", "Social skill development in adolescence"
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