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Special Needs > Hearing Impairments
Ann LeZotte and Julie Jack, a Deaf Heroine
...she could not hear. Born prematurely and deaf, Ann also has trouble with lung function. Starting off life like that seemed like a raw deal; however,...spent many hours contemplating the paintings known as Christiana's world by American painter, Andrew Wyeth. She came to know that being born deaf was not a tragedy;...
Special Needs > Cystic Fibrosis
Unlocking the Potential of Cystic Fibrosis Treatments
...Without these, the body can't absorb fats and proteins from food. Symptoms often start in infancy and childhood. They include coughing, wheezing, frequent lung infections, poor growth, and greasy stools. Treating Cystic Fibrosis. There is no cure for CF, but treatments can ease symptoms and reduce complications....
Health > Nutrition
Minimize Chlorine in Yourself and Your Child
...especially those who are headed to the beach or swimming pools. Many of America's beaches are filled with pollution from stormwater and boats, while swimming...associated to the destruction of the cellular barriers that protect the deep lung (respiratory epithelium), making them "leaky" and more vulnerable to the...
Education > Higher Education
Best Colleges for Students with Disabilities: A Comparison of Top Support Programs
Compare disability support models at Beacon, Northeastern, UIUC, American, and Curry to match your student's needs.
News > Sports
Jake Adicoff Won Four Golds at the 2026 Winter Paralympics. He Came to Milan Having Never Won an Individual One.
...closer to real-time decision-making than to simple navigation. At the 2026 Games, Adicoff competed with two guides: Peter Wolter, a two-time NCAA All-American from Middlebury College, and Reid Goble, also a former NCAA competitor. The three of them...
Education > Early Intervention
Early Warning Signs Your Baby or Toddler May Need Early Intervention
...they are guideposts. When a child consistently misses markers across one or more areas, early intervention can make a significant difference. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends developmental screenings at 9, 18, and 30 months - but you don't have to wait for a scheduled checkup if you're concerned...
Therapies > Music
Music Therapy for Special Needs Children: What Parents Should Know
...within a therapeutic relationship. That's the formal definition from the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA). In practice, it means a trained clinician...relationship. That's the formal definition from the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA). In practice, it means a trained clinician uses musical elements...
Special Needs > Hearing Impairments
Communication Options for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children: A Family Decision Guide
...auditory-verbal therapy. The early intervention coordinator mentions total communication. A Deaf adult you meet at a family event speaks passionately about American Sign Language. Each person is certain their approach is the right one, and many families leave those conversations more confused than they arrived....
Social Engagement > Support Groups
Online vs. In-Person Support Groups: Which Format Is Right for Your Family?
...comfortable sharing difficult emotions and forming deeper connections. The American Psychological Association notes that in-person support groups for addiction...difficult emotions and forming deeper connections. The American Psychological Association notes that in-person support groups for addiction recovery, for example,...
Parenting > General
The 2026 Child Care Crisis: What Parents of Children with Disabilities Need to Know
...you're failing to solve. It's a structural crisis that hit families of children with disabilities harder than anyone else. What Happened in 2023. The American Rescue Plan Act child care stabilization grants ended in September 2023. Those grants kept thousands of providers operating through the pandemic,...
Parenting > Diagnosis
Genetic Testing for Developmental Delays: What the New AAP Guidelines Mean for Your Family
...nodded, took the paper, and now you're sitting in your car wondering what you just agreed to. You're not alone in that confusion. In early 2026, the American Academy of Pediatrics updated its guidance on genetic testing for children with global developmental delay and intellectual disability. The change...
News > Sports
The Paralympic Athletes to Watch at LA 2028
...competition runs in the same time zone. LA 2028 also carries specific weight for American athletes. Home soil, home crowds, and a media environment that pays closer...Oksana Masters won more medals at the 2026 Winter Games than any other American athlete at these Games. She also does this in the summer. She competes...