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Health > Treatment
Antidepressants and Pregnancy: Weighing Risks
Women who take antidepressants and learn that they...delays. Side effects of antidepressants can be similarly harmful:...common effects of antidepressant exposure in newborns...study linked use of antidepressants in the first trimester...been associated with antidepressant exposure more consistently,...the safety of using antidepressants such as selective...
Career > Discrimination
How to File an EEOC Disability Discrimination Complaint: A Step-by-Step Guide
...depending on where you live. If you're reading this and doing the math, do it now, before anything else. In states and localities that have their own anti-discrimination laws and enforcement agencies, the deadline extends to 300 days. Most states with employment law infrastructure qualify. If you're unsure...
Special Needs > Mobility Limitations
Exciting Advancements in Wheelchairs for Kids: 2024 and Beyond
...chair's appearance with fun colors and patterns. Parents will appreciate the 20+ mile range, easy chair-to-car transfers, and peace of mind from the anti-tip and remote stopping safety features. For active kids, the E-Series manual chairs offer an incredible combination of strength and lightweight design....
Career > Advancement
Strategies for Helping People with Disabilities Succeed in the Workplace
...include: Increased diversity and innovation Improved morale and teamwork Access to an untapped talent pool Enhanced company reputation Compliance with anti-discrimination laws Many companies have seen positive results from disability inclusion programs. It helps them find dedicated, hardworking employees....
Lifestyle > Recreation
More Minions = More Fun, Despicable Me 2
...longed to see again, namely the minions and the three girls – Margo, Edith, and little Agnes. The story has Gru (voiced by Steve Carell) working for the Anti-Villain League to thwart a super criminal who has stolen a secret potion that turns good things into evil. Gru's partner is Lucy (voiced by Kristen...
Assistive Tech > Apps
Stop Bullies App is Education and Prevention Mechanism
...protect the kids." In the past, schools seemed to have a policy of "if we don't know about it, we don't have to do anything about it." Texas passed anti-bullying legislation, which is mandating the schools to take action. The schools are excited to start implementing the iAlertEM app, and now the school...
Assistive Tech > Hardware
Not Dirt and Germs with the Amazing Mat
...tracked into your home. The Amazing Mat is a multi-layered indoor mat constructed with thin, clear, eco-friendly sheets. It uses the same powerful anti-bacterial adhesive as NASA and professional clean rooms where any stray particle of dirt and dust can destroy the germ-free environment. It is simple...
Special Needs > General Special Needs
Jesse Saperstein: A Role Model for Change
...creative way to stop bullying." Indeed — is there anything more exciting than skydiving? Jesse Saperstein is a best-selling author and champion of the anti-bullying movement. His video "Free-Falling to End Bullying in 2012" is a major step towards putting an end to bullying, both inside and outside the...
Health > Mental Health
Bullying Leading Cause of Depression
Bullying, not special needs, is the main cause of depression and anxiety in children; schools urged to enforce anti-bullying policies.
Special Needs > General Special Needs
CONFERENCE WATCH: Little People of America National Conference, Anaheim, CA. July 1 – 8, 2001
...will be devoted to the subject of bullying, with Jodee's keynote address in the morning and workshop in the afternoon. Workshops by LPA members who are anti-bullying advocates in the afternoon are also featured. Bullying can affect anyone, and survivor, expert and activist Jodee Blanco is one of the country's...
Legal > Healthcare
Is Lying Against a Doctor’s Moral Code?
...state that if they were made privy to their child's risks, they would have considered an abortion. The new law would prevent such lawsuits and give anti-abortion doctors a free pass to essentially lie to their patients. Section A of Senate Bill 1359 states: "a person is not liable for damages in any...
Assistive Tech > Hardware
Autism Products to Save Your Child's Life
...Carnosine Plus is one of the many autism products that has research and proof behind it. Doctors have praised this product because it helps others with anti-aging. The Liquid Carnosine Plus can be found on several online stores, including Amazon.com. Safety Products While there are many autism products...