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Many people admit to feeling uncomfortable around a person with special needs because they don't want to do or say the wrong thing. Here, from Easter Seals, are some excellent tips for communicating with people with disabilities.

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Years after federal law began requiring that kids with special needs be taught in the least restrictive environment possible, the idea of full inclusion in the classroom still divides us. Here’s a look at whether full inclusion is working.

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Schools are now required to make "reasonable" modifications that would allow students with special needs to participate in after-school sports, under new guidelines issued by the federal government.

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We asked Massachusetts parents of kids with special needs about their day-to-day challenges and how they work around them to focus more on enjoying their children.

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Religious educators say it’s possible – and just as important – to apply the advances made in
special education in the schools to help children develop a relationship with God.

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A proposed overhaul of the way autism is defined has some parents worried that their children's diagnoses and services are in jeopardy. But health providers say most kids will retain the diagnosis under the proposed guidelines.

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A survey of American adults reveals a lot of misunderstanding about learning disabilities, including beliefs that these disorders can be caused by a poor diet, watching too much TV or even childhood vaccines.

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Open Door Theater is offering a unique live theater performance of their musical Annie specially adapted for audience members on the autism spectrum.

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The founders of The Bina Farm believe horses can help children with disabilities reach their full potential.

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About 10 percent of children nationwide have some kind of communication disorder, including speech and language problems. Here's a look at some common speech problems and what to look for in your child.