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    Why do smart doctors use ignorant speech?

    By Maureen Wallace on Apr 17, 2013
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    When a professional athlete tossed out the R word in an emotional post-event interview with media, the special needs community...
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    Parenting and autism: Amy’s story

    By Julie Weingarden Dubin on Apr 15, 2013
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    Amy Friedman’s son was diagnosed with autism at 3, but she had already been suspicious of his development long beforehand. The...
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    Autism: There are none so blind as those who will not see

    By Allison Ziering Walmark on Apr 15, 2013
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    Last week, Chabad of Westport, Connecticut and The Friendship Circle of Stamford, Connecticut co-hosted an event to help raise...
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    Glee draws ire, applause for "gun in school" episode

    By Maureen Wallace on Apr 15, 2013
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    The episode of Glee titled, “Shooting Star,” pulled off a trifecta of controversy: A gun in school; brought by a student with Down...
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    Parents find creative ways to fill children’s needs

    By Maureen Wallace on Apr 12, 2013
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    How many times have you thought wow, I wish someone would invent [fill in the blank]? Meet three parents who fulfilled a need for...
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    Don't mistake sensory issues for behavior issues

    By Maureen Wallace on Apr 10, 2013
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    Incessant finger chewing. Alarming head banging. Repetitive kicking. These all sound like elements of a typical toddler temper...
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    How to explain autism to curious children

    By Alicia DiFabio on Apr 9, 2013
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    If your child stares, points or asks indiscreetly, “What’s wrong with that kid?” don’t feel ashamed. April is Autism Awareness Month...
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    Parenting and autism: Miriam's story

    By Maria Mora on Apr 8, 2013
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    With her Aspie son on the verge of puberty, writer Miriam Kamin is shoring up for a host of new challenges. Her down-to-earth,...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...
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    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.
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    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...
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    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...
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    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...