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When you have a neurotypical child, you feel reasonably assured that class participation and decent study habits will result in good grades. These kids have close friends. They get invited to participate in social things like dances and weekend gatherings. They make the teams, auditions, organizations and clubs.

But when you have a child with certain differences, this is often not the case. Learning may take longer, both academically and socially. Despite their tremendous efforts, results are often a fraction of their peers and social acceptance is fleeting, setting them up for painful comparisons and bitter frustration. Instead of a fun and fulfilling experience, school can become a breeding ground for depression and anxiety, and assignments a battle ground at home. It is exhausting for parent and child alike.

This is the week of SPED (Special Education), Autism, Dyslexia, and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) awareness.

For all the children who struggle every day to succeed in a world that does not recognize their gifts and talents, and for those who are walking beside them, please let this be a gentle reminder to be kind and accepting of ALL people. Recognize that the "playing field" is not always a level surface.

Children who learn differently are not weird. They are merely gifted in ways that our society does not value enough. Yet they want what everyone else wants: To be accepted!!

If you choose, please "copy and paste" (by touching and holding the text) onto your profile in honor of all children who are deemed "different". Our world would be far less beautiful without them.
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤

Remember kindness goes a long way!!! In a world where you can be anything…be kind💙💙

https://www.differentbrains.org/neurodivergent-in-college-with-eric-endlich-ph-d-edb-249/

Neurodivergent in College, with Eric Endlich, Ph.D. | EDB 249 - DIFFERENT BRAINS (VIDEO - 32 mins) Dr. Eric Endlich discusses his work helping neurodivergent students find the right college.

https://www.wired.com/story/the-best-assistive-technology-dyslexia/

The Best Assistive Technology for Dyslexics Whether you're grappling with homework or just trying to get things done, these tools will help your tech adapt to you—instead of the other way around.

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/cracking-the-code-of-dyslexia/

Cracking the code of dyslexia Researchers who say one in five children they studied was dyslexic have also found there is no link at all between dyslexia and intelligence

How Executive Function Skills Help Us Achieve (Really Big) Goals Adults who want to achieve important goals can use the same tools and strategies our students use to keep on track and develop their executive function skills.

Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati
Teen Time
Introductory Meeting
Pizza party offered to have teens help decide the direction of their group.

When: April 23, 2016 6-7:30 pm
Where: Stepping Stones UCP
2300 Drex Ave., Norwood, Ohio 45212

We invite teens on the spectrum to come join us for pizza!
They must bring along a parent/guardian

This is an opportunity for teens with ASD to guide the direction of our pilot program for teens. We will be talking about the upcoming program, the outings and expectations.

Ages 13 and up until accepted high school diploma

Please RSVP to Carole at [email protected]
If you have any questions about the Autism Programs, please contact
Margi McCarthy at [email protected] or call 513-561-2300.
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