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Explaining Autism to Abuela

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“Él no es asi.” (He’s not like that.) That was my mother’s initial reaction when I expressed concern that my son Norrin might have autism. He was almost two years old and not doing the things that other kids his age were adept at.…
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Helping Your Child with Special Needs With Communication

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When your child with special needs or disabilities is about to turn 3 years old, the State Early Intervention program will help him transition to the school system, if you want him to go to public school. Your child may start pre-school the…
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Benefits of Inclusion for Kids with Special Needs or Disability

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The concept of inclusion is typically introduced when kids are ready to turn three years old. Usually children with special needs are transitioned to the school system around the 36-month mark and that’s the time when we may find that…
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Does My Child Have a Learning Disability?

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My child is not doing well in school, but I know he’s a smart kid and is interested in learning. After school, I help him with his homework, but he seems to really struggle with reading (or math). I can’t put my finger on what’s wrong,…
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Marriage Survival Guide for Parents of Children With Special Needs

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The birth or diagnosis of a child with special needs may strain a marriage. Following are some steps to help the couple survive as such. A mother may face feelings of depression, disappointment or sadness more intensely than a father or…
NYC Bus Driver Saves 7-Year-Old Autistic Girl

NYC Bus Driver Saves 7-Year-Old Autistic Girl

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Talk about being in the right place at the right time! NYC bus driver Steven St. Bernard was on his way home when he saw a little girl standing on an air conditioning unit outside the window of her third-floor apartment. Amazingly, he was able…
Addressing Down Syndrome Awareness Month as the Parent of a Child with Special Needs

Addressing Down Syndrome Awareness Month as the Parent of a Child with Special Needs

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October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. As parents we are our children’s best advocates and we are responsible for educating others about this condition. We want our children and our communities to be aware of the abilities of children…
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Parents of Special Needs Children and Divorce

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As the mother of two children with special needs, I know from personal experience that the unexpected arrival of a child who requires assistance for disabilities that may be medical, mental, or psychological may cause two different reactions…
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Best-Selling WONDER Author on Being a Mom and Kindness

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This is how August Pullman, the main character in R.J. Palacio’s best-selling middle grade novel WONDER, describes himself on the first page of the book: “I won't describe what I look like. Whatever you're thinking, it's probably worse….” You…