Parent & Family Resources
Family can include parents, grandparents, siblings, and other relatives in your immediate family circle.
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Dating on the Spectrum
This article is written for older youth and young adults who are neurodivergent, with an emphasis on autistic neurodivergence. It is based on research and…
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Keeping Kids Busy Through Summer: Summer Camp Alternatives
Summer camp is an excellent way for children to spend the long summer days. However, camps are often filled quickly, and many are out of…
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Summer is coming! Camps for Individuals with Disabilities
What offers kids, youth, and young adults the chance to try new things, build life skills, meet new people, and succeed? Summer camp! And it…
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How to Have Good Communication with Your Child or Youth’s Doctor
When your child is impacted by chronic healthcare needs or disability it can be very important to learn to talk with the healthcare professionals that…
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Understanding the Health Impacts of Measles
According to the American Pediatric Association, measles was eliminated in the United States in 2000, when there was a year without recording an endemic spread…
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Creating Joyful and Inclusive Holidays: Comfortable Social Spaces for Neurodivergent Individuals During the Holidays
A Brief Overview Full Article Navigating social interactions can be particularly challenging for neurodivergent individuals, especially during the holiday season when gatherings are frequent and…
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Creating Joyful and Inclusive Holidays: Sensory-Friendly Tips for Neurodivergent Loved Ones
A Brief Overview Full Article The holidays are full of sensory experiences. Flickering candles, holiday music, the aromas of food cooking, the fur on an…
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Supporting a Neurodivergent Family Member During the Holidays
The holidays are a fun and festive time that can also be overwhelming, especially for those whose brains operate differently from what is typical or…
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Creating Joyful and Inclusive Holidays: Meeting Neurodivergent Needs While Traveling
A Brief Overview Full Article Navigating social interactions can be particularly challenging for neurodivergent individuals, especially during the holiday season when gatherings are frequent and…
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Giving the Gift of Sensory-Regulation: Supporting a Happy Holiday Season for All
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, that is, until… Sensory overload can happen to anyone. It is not specific to any single age…
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Bullying at School: Resources and the Rights of Students with Special Needs
Students with disabilities who are bullied at school have legal protections, and schools have added responsibilities to ensure their safety and well-being. When acts of…
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Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3), Part 3: How the Compact Protects Academic Progress toward Graduation
The Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3, pronounced “mick three”) is the more commonly used name for the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunities for Military…