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Sensory-Friendly Santa Coming To Hundreds Of Locations Nationwide
As the holiday season gets underway, hundreds of malls will offer individuals with disabilities a special opportunity to meet with Santa Claus without the hubbub that such visits often entail.
Controversial And Often Used Practices Cause Harm, Even Death, Among Students With Disabilities
With scant oversight, schools routinely restrain students or confine them in small rooms. Parents don't always know. Abuses and discrimination occur. Children are traumatized, injured, even die.
Pediatricians Get New Guidance On Cerebral Palsy
A pair of major health organizations are issuing new guidance to doctors about how to identify children with cerebral palsy and appropriately treat the condition.
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Mom Says Walmart’s Acetaminophen Led To Autism In Her Child
A mom believes taking a generic brand of acetaminophen while pregnant caused autism and ADHD in her child. She's now suing Walmart in federal court.
Behavior Analysis Group Votes To Oppose Electric Shock Treatment
After years of tacitly endorsing the only facility in the country known to use electric shocks to address behavior in those with disabilities, a major ABA organization is coming out against the practice.
After Stroke, John Fetterman Poised To Be Powerful Voice For Those With Disabilities
Incoming U.S. Sen. John Fetterman's performance during the debate, on the campaign trail and even his election night victory speech have elevated him into a disability icon of sorts.
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Airbnb Using AI To Vet Accessible Rentals
Airbnb is turning to artificial intelligence to make it easier for people with disabilities to find rentals that meet their needs.
Pandemic, Staff Shortages Prompt Surge In Special Education Complaints
Complaint data from one state and interviews with advocates and educators suggest that schools are failing to provide legally required services to students with disabilities at record-high rates.
Disney Adds Dolls In Wheelchairs To ‘It’s A Small World’
Disney's iconic "It's a Small World" ride is getting an update to be more inclusive of people with disabilities.
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US Olympic And Paralympic Committee Covered Up Abuse Of Athlete With Autism, Lawsuit Alleges
A Paralympic swimmer with autism and intellectual disability was repeatedly assaulted and raped by a teammate with cerebral palsy and officials were complicit, according to a lawsuit.
Family Caregivers Forced To Fill In Gaps With DSPs In Short Supply
Understaffed service providers are sending people with disabilities back to live with their families, turning away new clients and making other changes.
Ed Department Wants Expedited Evaluations For Students With Disabilities Who Move
Citing concerns from stakeholders, federal education officials are telling schools to do more to help students with disabilities who move from one district to another.