Dispelling 8 Myths About ASD
Autism spectrum disorder is not recognized as a rare condition, with 1 in 55 Maryland children receiving an ASD diagnosis early on in their lives. In fact, Maryland has the [...]
4 Ways to Make Your Organization or School More Inclusive
From accessible amusement parks to local summer camps for students with special needs, inclusivity is, slowly but surely, beginning to gain ground here in Maryland and across the country. This [...]
6 Myths About IEPs
This school year might be over, but the summer break provides a prime opportunity for you to learn even more about your student’s needs. The summer is a great time [...]
4 Currently Trending Topics In the Neurobehavioral World: May 2019
Legal and therapeutic changes affecting conditions from dyslexia to ASD have been in the news this month, as well as growing calls for more recess time in schools and a [...]
Putting Together a Sensory Toolkit for Summer Travel
Planning a summer vacation for a child with a sensory processing disorder involves careful planning. While popular vacation spots are becoming more and more autism spectrum disorder and special needs-friendly, [...]
10 Parks That Are Becoming More Accessible For Children With ASD
In 2014, 1 in 50 Maryland children were identified with autism spectrum disorder according to the Maryland Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Program.(1) With the 2nd highest rate of autism [...]
How a New Down Syndrome Research Center Could Improve Lives
Down syndrome is a chromosomal condition that is found in 1 of every 700 babies born in the United States.(1) Down syndrome occurs as the result of either a partial [...]
Considering the Future of College Admission…For Students with Disabilities
Earlier this month, federal investigators arrested numerous high-profile parents, including lawyers, executives, CEOs, and well-known entertainers, for their involvement in a college admissions scandal. The more than 30 involved parties, [...]
Creative Writing Resources for Dyslexic Writers
Students with dyslexia struggle with more than just reading and writing. These students are also more likely than other students to experience low self-esteem and even anxiety surrounding the school [...]
5 Resources in Maryland For Parents of Children With ASD
If you have a child with autism spectrum disorder, you can likely clearly recall the day of the diagnosis. Parents who learn that their child has special needs or differences [...]