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Common Mistakes Schools Make With Sensory Accommodations
Where school sensory accommodations tend to miss the mark, from one-size-fits-all tools to breaks scheduled around the wrong clock.
How to Prepare for Your First IEP Meeting
What to bring, what to ask, and why you don’t have to sign anything on the spot at your child’s first IEP meeting.
What an IEP Actually Covers, in Plain Language
A plain-language walk-through of what has to be in an IEP, from goals and services to who sits on the team.
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Early Signs and Symptoms of Autism in Infants: A Guide by Age
Most parents do not go looking for information on autism until something feels a little off. Maybe your baby does not turn toward their name…
Autism vs Asperger’s Syndrome: What’s the Difference?
If you grew up hearing the term “Asperger’s” or received that diagnosis yourself, you’ve probably noticed something strange: doctors don’t use the word anymore. Ask…
Level One Autism: What It Means, Signs, and How It’s Supported
Level one autism is the mildest of the three severity levels used in an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis. It describes people who need some support…