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Are you raising a child with special needs? We're here to help with personal stories, expert advice, the latest research, and tips on how to support your child.

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What is Autism? How to Recognize Signs and Symptoms

Author, Autism mom and Chair of Kerry’s Place Autism Services, Jan Stewart shares what you need to know.

Jan Stewart

6 minutes

Your child has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder: Now what?

Today's Parent

3 minutes

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My son's autism diagnosis made me realize just how ableist I had been

Putting a label on my child’s glorious, sometimes confusing personality traits was harder than I expected. But my hesitation was really ignorance.

Natalie Stechyson

8 minutes

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Parents of "twice exceptional" kids actually face lots of hurdles

While giftedness is a strength, parenting a "twice exceptional" kid who also has ADHD or anxiety comes with lots of stress.

Today's Parent

4 minutes

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How to tell your child they have autism

Raina Delisle

13 minutes