Sensory-Friendly Clothing for Children with Autism
Any parent of a child with Autism or SPD knows that your child's needs are unique and will vary from others. However, the feeling of certain clothing materials can cause overwhelming stimulation to your child, which can lead to an increase in stress. Getting dressed...
Three Disability-Rights Activists Working to Make the World a Better Place
A disability-rights activist is someone who works toward the equality, inclusion, and accommodation for people with disabilities. Two of the most well-attended movements that are occurring concurrently include the disability-rights movement and the independent-living...
6 Actors and Actresses with Down Syndrome
In a previous article, I wrote about the importance of media representation for people with autism, down syndrome, and other disabilities. In this article, instead, I will be spotlighting the positive steps that the media world has made to cast people with down...
Five Contemporary Artists Who Have Down Syndrome
There are many talented artists with down syndrome. However, it is rare that they get the attention and respect that they deserve as artists. Here are a couple of names of contemporary artists with down syndrome: Alan Tellez Tellez is an artist from Mexico who studied...
Summer Jobs for Students with Special Needs
Getting the classic “summer job” experience will encourage them to make new friends, learn new skills, and enjoy a new activity
Women in Special Education
Women were able not only to teach but to make great strides in psychology, behavioral studies, technology, and special needs education.
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