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Explore our Special Needs resources, articles, and tips tailored for families and individuals with special needs. Find expert advice, support, and inclusive programs to help navigate everyday challenges.

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Unlikely heroes teach kids about kindness in ‘The Adventures of Phatty and Payaso’

By Tammy Scileppi
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By Myrna Beth Haskell
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Continuing to fight: Author talks about parententing a special-needs child

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Know the signs of concussions and brain injuries in kids
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Know the signs of concussions and brain injuries in kids

By Judy M. Miller
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Best Apps For Your Child With Dysgraphia

By Emily Levy
Pregnancy superhero: Study ties mother’s folic acid intake to lower autism risk for baby
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Pregnancy superhero: Study ties mother’s folic acid intake to lower autism risk for baby

By Tammy Scileppi
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Could neurodiversity be the key to your special-needs child’s future employment?

By Angela Nelson
Mom writes the book on repeating a grade to help other parents
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Mom writes the book on repeating a grade to help other parents

By Rebecca Eisenberg
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A mother’s intuition: Autistic son improves with his mom’s own therapeutic approach

By Allison Plitt
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Untold stories: Book shines light on challenges parents face raising special-needs kids

By Tammy Scileppi
‘Not Always Happy’ is a real look at adoption and Down syndrome
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‘Not Always Happy’ is a real look at adoption and Down syndrome

By Allison Plitt
When is it okay to lie to your special-needs son?
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When is it okay to lie to your special-needs son?

By Rayna Leiter
When the special-needs boy turns into a man
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When the special-needs boy turns into a man

By Kathy Chlan
Ten mom-power mantras: Positive self-talk for moms for the whole family’s sake
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Ten mom-power mantras: Positive self-talk for moms for the whole family’s sake

By Christina Katz
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‘Autism Uncensored:’ Mom tells son’s story in autobiography

By Allison Plitt
Why camp is important for your special-needs child
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Why camp is important for your special-needs child

By Jess Michaels

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