Stories from April 2012
Lawmakers Want More Autism Training For Teachers
A pair of congressman are pushing for legislation to dramatically enhance training for educators who teach students with autism.
Kids With Disabilities Face Fallout From Bullying, Exclusion
Being left out or bullied is more likely to lead to depression in children with developmental disabilities than any facet of their condition, new research indicates.
Temple Grandin On The Downside Of Autism Awareness
Temple Grandin is arguably one of the most famous faces of autism. Nonetheless, the self-advocate says there are drawbacks to all of the awareness surrounding the disorder.
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Respite Care On Chopping Block
Respite care offers a lifeline for many parents of those with disabilities, but as demand rises for such services across the country, funds are drying up.
Drug To Treat Autism’s Core Symptoms May Soon Be Reality
In what could signal a turning point, researchers say they've identified a drug compound that may address two key facets of autism -- repetitive behaviors and socialization.
Under Pressure, Feds Move Forward With Community Living Plan
After disability advocates blocked all of the entrances to their building, Medicaid officials agreed to release long-awaited rules for a new program designed to expand community living.
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Facebook Blocks Account Over Special Olympics Photos
A North Carolina mom says Facebook suspended her account after she uploaded photos of her son with Down syndrome participating in a Special Olympics event.
States Look To Lower Speech, Occupational Therapy Costs
Insurance co-pays for occupational, speech and physical therapy are soaring to as much as $75, but legislation on the table in several states would put a halt to the sky-high prices.
Actor Noah Wyle, Disability Advocates Arrested In DC Protest
Dozens of disability advocates -- including actor Noah Wyle -- were arrested Monday on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol while protesting possible changes to Medicaid.
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Report: Benefit Of Autism Drugs Overstated
A new analysis is calling into question the merits of antidepressants for those with autism after finding that studies supporting use of the drugs are far more likely than others to be published.
Girl Without Hands Wins National Handwriting Award
Annie Clark was born with no hands, but that's not stopping the Pennsylvania first-grader who just won a national penmanship contest.
Virtual World Offers New Approach To Tackling Autism
Socialization is often a struggle for those with autism. Now, one adult on the spectrum is turning to the virtual world in the hopes of helping others like himself learn to cope.