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| May 01, 2013 |
Symptoms, treatment and hopeAll of us have trouble paying attention, sitting still or being impulsive from time to time. However, for about 5-8% of children, these symptoms can seriously impact their daily lives by interfering with school and relationships with others. ...more» |
| May 01, 2013 |
For the Roush family, "normal" has a different definition than it does for most other families. And that's OK with them.For the Roush family, "normal" has a different definition than it does for most other families. And that's OK with them. According to Webster's Dictionary, "normal" is defined as "occurring to a type, standard, or regular pattern." But for Liz Roush, it means something a bit different....more» |
| May 01, 2013 |
Are overnight camps a good idea for kids with autism?One year you wonder if you should send your child to overnight camp. Then, in the blink of an eye, you wish he was still young enough to go. Camp is a rite of passage for all kids. Even kids with autism. Maybe it's one for the parents, too....more» |
| April 01, 2013 |
Being "on the spectrum" can mean different things for girls than boysOne in 88 children now falls on the autism spectrum, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It's a familiar and unsettling statistic. The disorder is nearly five times more common among boys than girls, with one in 54 boys diagnosed with autism. Girls aren't out of the water as one in 252 are considered on the spectrum. Why such a discrepancy between the genders?
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| April 01, 2013 |
Reprinted with permission from the Indiana Resource Center for AutismWhen a child receives a diagnosis of autism, Asperger syndrome, or other pervasive developmental disorder parents and family members may experience a range of feelings. These feelings can include grief, denial, anger, fear, and confusion. If you are a parent, you may feel or have felt these emotions. It is important to know that you are not alone, and that many parents experience these same emotions. It is also important to recognize and work through these feelings as you begin to search for understanding, services, and support for your family and for your son or daughter with an autism spectrum disorder. ...more» |
| March 01, 2013 |
Noblesville Student Volunteers to Get SocialIan Medley began helping kids with autism when he was 11. Now a sophomore at Noblesville High School, Ian works with the Behavior Analysis Center for Autism a few times a week to help develop social skills of kids who have the disorder. For him, it was a personal decision to volunteer. It helps him better understand his brother. ...more» |
| March 01, 2013 |
Understanding and accessing your available financial optionsHow big an issue is money for parents of kids with special health care needs? In a word, huge."It can be life changing. It can mean bankruptcy. It can be whether a kid gets what he needs or not," says Jane Scott, director of family support for About Special Kids, a parent-helping-parent organization that helps families understand programs for which they may qualify and walks parents through the application maze....more» |
| February 01, 2013 |
Making sure siblings of special needs kids aren't overlookedGrowing up the typical sibling to a child with special needs is anything but typical. These kids live with their sibling's diagnosis day in and day out. They tag along to countless doctor appointments and therapy sessions. Family time and money can be tight for their own extracurricular interests. They worry about their sibling's safety, quality of life and eventually their long-term care. They endure stares and darting eyes of curious strangers and hurtful remarks of peers who don't understand. While each sibling's experience is different—some good, some less so—none can truly be called typical....more» |
| February 01, 2013 |
How to make a trip to the dentist less stressful for kids with autismFace it. You are no more excited about taking your child with autism to the dentist than he or she is about going. There are uncomfortable noises, sterile surroundings and weird instruments all around. It's a lot for your child to absorb. Fortunately there are dentists who get it and get kids with autism. They offer a few tips on how to make a trip to the dentist less stressful. ...more» |
| January 01, 2013 |
A Lifeline For Those Who Wanderf you have a child or family member at risk of wandering away, you need to know about Project Lifesaver. The program exists to save lives and reduce potential injury to kids and adults who wander due to autism, Alzheimer's, traumatic brain injuries and other special needs that prevent them from knowing how to get back home....more» |
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