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Starting school when you have autism
As kindergarten students of 2013 complete their first school year, a new crop of children are getting ready for their turn at this pivotal milestone.
Scheme will cover cost of autism treatment
The national disability insurance scheme will cover ''most'' people with autism and could pay the full cost of early intervention programs, Disability Reform Minister Jenny Macklin has declared in the latest clue as to what the $22 billion-a-year scheme will cover.
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How I learned to let go of the urge to 'fix' my son
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My brother with autism lives in his own galaxy, and I'm lucky to experience it
"Any struggle that comes with living and loving a person with autism absolutely pales in comparison to the lessons, the soul-searching, the lightning flashes of clarity, the pain, and the joy that brings you a bit closer to understanding what life is about."
'I'm a special needs parent - and it's the little traumas that add up in our hearts'
"This is the unseen life of a special needs parent."
No parent should feel alone: the app connecting special needs families
World's first digital social network dedicated to parents of children with disabilities.
'I only like mum school': why my son with autism thrived while remote learning
I feel almost guilty saying this out loud.
'Heartbreaking': students enrolled in special needs program left out of school's year book
Like most high school students, Glenda DeFabio was excited to graduate from high school this year. However, when she received her year book her photo wasn't in it.
Five-year-old boy who suffers from rare brain condition takes his first steps
A child taken their first steps is a special moment for any parents- but it was extra sweet for a US family whose five-year-old son took his first steps over the weekend.
Five-year-old girl's father is 'questioning her diagnoses' of ADHD and ODD
The dad is skeptical and might thwart the therapy process, so what's the mum to do?
How to ensure your child can access the NDIS if they need it
It starts with recognising your child needs support. Then, you have to prove they are eligible for it. Finally, you have to find the appropriate support. There's help available along the way.
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Gene therapy hope for sisters affected by mystery genetic condition
Mary and Neveah Taouk's parents hope that gene therapy can help their daughters, but they need further funding.
No, I'm not an amazing mum just because my child has a rare, terminal illness
Know that you don't have to say anything. You can't fix this, and neither can I. Please just ask me how I am.
Broken routines, crowds, funny smells: How to help autistic kids through Christmas
Understanding how autistic kids experience the season, can make Christmas more enjoyable for everyone.
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