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  • Jumping rope a creative way to keep kids' hearts healthy

    Published February 27, 2012

    The American Heart Association has a creative way to get children involved in the fight against heart disease and provide an opportunity for discussion about healthy living

  • How to talk to children with autism about death

    Published February 10, 2012

    The only thing harder than losing a loved one may be explaining that loss to your child. Now consider explaining the death to a child with autism. Here are some ways to handle the situation 

  • Educating children with cerebral palsy

    Published January 13, 2012

    Cerebral palsy refers to a group of disorders affecting brain and nervous system functions, including muscle tone, motor skills, cognitive functioning, vision, hearing, and speech. Read on to learn more about this life long disability

  • Student Assistance Counselors: Essential for Schools

    Published November 21, 2011

    Children today face more academic, social, and emotional demands than ever before, and consequently, the role of school counselor has evolved as well

  • Keeping People With Special Needs Safe

    Published September 19, 2011

    For families of children with autism, down syndrome, or any special need that affects cognitive functioning, safety is at the top of their priority list. Many worry their loved one will wander off, run away, or find themselves in a life-threatening situation in which they need assistance but can't be found

  • Separation Anxiety: Leaving for College

    Published August 16, 2011

    The period before leaving for college and the first semester are crucial times to support your child's emotional needs. For even the most independent teen, the thought of managing his own choices every day away from the comfort of home can be daunting

  • Helping Children With Prader-Willi Syndrome

    Published July 21, 2011

    Prader-Willi Syndrome affects thousands of children in the United States, yet is relatively unknown to the general population

  • Dealing With Tourette Syndrome

    Published June 03, 2011

    Tourette Syndrome gained attention across the country this year when American Idol contestant James Durbin openly shared his struggles with the disorder, and May 15 - June 15 marks National Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month 

  • Looking Beyond a Gluten-Free Diet

    Published April 26, 2011

    For years parents and physicians have been examining the benefits of a gluten-free, casein-free diet for children with autism.Many report great success with such restrictions. Now, parents and doctors of children with special needs are looking beyond these diets to check food labels for dyes, additives and sugar content

  • How to Obtain Guardianship for Adults With Autism

    Published April 19, 2011

    Once a child turns 18, he or she is legally considered an adult and therefore, permitted to make his own choices. For children who have difficulty managing their emotions, expressing themselves, and executing day-to-day self-care tasks, like many on the autism spectrum, this freedom may not be a safe option