special needs

  1. Autism Spectrum Disorders

    Imagine a world without autism

    By Allison Ziering Walmark on Apr 8, 2013
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    In 1933, King Kong climbed it. In 1939 (and 1957, 1993 and 1999) it served as the centerpiece for on-screen Hollywood movie couples...
  2. Special Needs

    Should students with disabilities have equal access to sports?

    By Maureen Wallace on Apr 4, 2013
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    This year, the U.S. Department of Education issued clarifying guidelines to help schools provide students with disabilities equal...
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    Best iPad apps for children with autism

    By Nichole Beaudry on Apr 2, 2013
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    Apps for the iPad are making an amazing difference for many children on the autism spectrum. But which apps are best, and how do you...
  4. Autism Spectrum Disorders

    Autism: For me? You shouldn’t have

    By Allison Ziering Walmark on Apr 1, 2013
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    Some years ago — never mind how long precisely… my birthday was something to celebrate. Something over-the-top. Something that...
  5. Special Needs

    6 Ways to ensure siblings aren’t overshadowed

    By Maureen Wallace on Mar 28, 2013
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    Children with special needs sometimes demand more of their parents’ time. So, how do you make sure their siblings don’t feel...
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    Down syndrome advocates call for justice, training

    By Maureen Wallace on Mar 27, 2013
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    Justice. Education. Training. Awareness. In the wake of the death of Robert Ethan Saylor, national and local Down syndrome...
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    Coping and surviving when your child won’t speak

    By Maureen Wallace on Mar 26, 2013
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    The moment when a child who doesn't yet speak is trying to communicate is a collision of the child’s frustrations, the mother’s...
  8. Autism Spectrum Disorders

    Autism and the blue light special

    By Allison Ziering Walmark on Mar 25, 2013
    Are you feeling blue? Maybe you should be. Everyone should get the blues this April to celebrate World Autism Awareness Day (April...
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    Down syndrome: Is awareness overdone and action overdue?

    By Maureen Wallace on Mar 20, 2013
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    March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), recognized by the United Nations and intended to shine a broad spotlight on the most...
  10. Autism Spectrum Disorders

    Autism: What a bunch of bananas

    By Allison Ziering Walmark on Mar 18, 2013
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    Sometimes a little humor goes a long way -- even when coping with serious subjects -- such as having a child with autism.
  11. Special Needs

    Does your child with Down syndrome need a sleep study?

    By Maureen Wallace on Mar 13, 2013
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    Parents of children with Down syndrome often think restless sleep patterns are just part of childhood, but research shows real...
  12. Special Needs

    Women unite to bring yoga to children with special needs

    By Maureen Wallace on Mar 12, 2013
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    Sometimes, you can’t help but credit fate with bringing two people together. Jackie Currie has worked with children with special...
  13. Autism Spectrum Disorders

    Autism and a gentleman’s gentleman

    By Allison Ziering Walmark on Mar 11, 2013
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    The year 1924 marked many historical events with significant impact on the world. However, the biggest event of the year in the eyes...
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    Down syndrome ambassadors push legislation

    By Maureen Wallace on Mar 8, 2013
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    Every day, people on Capitol Hill lobby for causes, companies and campaigns. Occasionally, one group stands out because their...
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    Designer honored for featuring girl with Down syndrome on catalog cover

    By Maureen Wallace on Mar 7, 2013
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    A gala in New York City isn’t complete without a heartwarming cause, beautiful faces and inspiring tributes. The National Down...
  16. Autism Spectrum Disorders

    Autism: Kiss my Asperger's

    By Allison Ziering Walmark on Mar 4, 2013
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    Trouble. You can make it. You can stir it. You can find it. You can get in it. You can keep out of it. You can cause it. You can...
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    What siblings without Down syndrome are thinking

    By Maureen Wallace on Mar 1, 2013
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    Dr. Brian G. Skotko has all the character traits I look for in an advocate. His family encouraged banter as a sport. He earned a...
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    Special needs double standard?

    By Maureen Wallace on Feb 27, 2013
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    Advocating for a child with special needs often means working to ensure the child is accepted and not treated any differently than...
  19. Autism Spectrum Disorders

    No more Asperger's: What it means for your child

    By Ami Burns on Feb 18, 2013
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    When the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) is published in 2013, it will no longer...
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    Autism and The Naked City

    By Allison Ziering Walmark on Feb 18, 2013
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    You might hear positive, upbeat stories about children with autism or you might hear negative ones.
  21. Children's School & Education

    Homeschooling your struggling learner

    By Tiany Davis on Feb 13, 2013
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    More and more families are turning to home education to meet the special needs of their struggling learner. Homeschooling a...