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What Evidence-Based Really Means in Special Education and Therapy
...Evidence Hierarchy That No One Explains. Research quality exists on a spectrum. At the bottom: anecdotal reports and case studies. At the top: meta-analyses...document what happened with one or a few individuals. They're useful for rare conditions or novel approaches. They generate hypotheses. They don't prove effectiveness...
Special Needs > Attention Deficit Disorders
When ADHD Isn't Alone: Understanding Co-Occurring Anxiety, Dyslexia, and Learning Differences
...at least one co-occurring condition, according to data from CHADD....sleep disorders, and autism spectrum conditions also appear frequently...disorders, and autism spectrum conditions also appear frequently alongside...concentrating. Understanding how these conditions interact changes what you...prioritize in treatment. Why These Conditions Overlap. ADHD doesn't cause...
Special Needs > Asperger Syndrome
Why Girls with Asperger Syndrome Are Diagnosed Late and What Parents Can Do
...trigger referral. Why Screeners Miss Girls. Diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum conditions were developed primarily from studies of boys. The behaviors...referral. Why Screeners Miss Girls. Diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum conditions were developed primarily from studies of boys. The behaviors clinicians...
Research > Clinical Trials
How to Find and Evaluate Clinical Trials for Your Child's Disability
...major research is concentrated by condition, and which questions to ask before...ClinicalTrials.gov. The basic search bar accepts condition names, but the advanced search gives...Use the Advanced Search filters: Condition or disease: Enter the specific diagnosis:...Enter the specific diagnosis: autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome....
Medical > Neurology
Executive Function in Neurodevelopmental Conditions: The Brain System That Connects ADHD, Autism, and Learning Challenges
...expected, the symptoms show up across conditions that parents and even clinicians...transdiagnostic. It appears across ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and specific learning disabilities...shared features in neurodevelopmental conditions. The delays look different depending...delays look different depending on the condition, but they're rooted in overlapping...
Health > Exercise
Swimming and Aquatic Therapy: Why Water Works for Children with Special Needs
...aquatic therapy for children with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, and many other conditions....autism spectrum disorder, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, and many other conditions. What makes water so effective comes down to four properties that no gym...
Research > Funding
Investing in the Future of Special Needs Research and Innovation
...understanding and treating various conditions can stall. This leaves many people...diagnose, treat, and manage these conditions. Breakthroughs in genetics, neuroscience,...drug therapies and interventions for conditions like fragile X syndrome, Down syndrome,...syndrome, Down syndrome, and autism spectrum disorder. More research...
Special Needs > Autism Spectrum
Holistic Approaches to Managing Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) refers to a range...Disorder (ASD) refers to a range of conditions characterized by challenges with...well-being. Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autism is a complex, lifelong...learns, and interacts with others. The spectrum in autism means there is a wide variation...
Medical > Cardiology
Cardiology Revelations: Tackling Congenital Heart Diseases in Special Needs
...When it comes to cardiac conditions, the field is no less broad,...heart diseases encompass a spectrum of conditions, including defects...diseases encompass a spectrum of conditions, including defects in the...system malfunctions, and even conditions that affect the efficiency...individuals who grapple with these conditions. Prevention of Congenital...
Medical > Gastroenterology
Demystifying Gastrointestinal Problems in Autistic Children
...Gastrointestinal Issues in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Gastrointestinal problems...in children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Understanding these...between autism and gastrointestinal conditions is an area of significant interest....than their neurotypical peers. These conditions can exacerbate the behavioral and...
Medical > Psychiatry
Anxiety Disorders in Special Needs Children: A Groundbreaking Study
...the daily life of a child. Dealing with this condition becomes an even greater challenge when the child...special needs, given the sensitive nature of their condition. Unearthing the Depth of the Problem The recent...a comprehensive approach, studying a diverse spectrum of special needs children suffering from various...
Medical > Psychiatry
Autism Spectrum Disorder: Key Strategies for Optimal Management
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder: Diagnosis,...Strategies. A medical condition often misunderstood,...misunderstood, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD),...strategies for this condition. What is Autism...What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? ASD,...ASD, or Autism Spectrum Disorder, is a...Symptoms, much like a spectrum, vary across people...Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder One of...