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Student With Special Needs Dead After Being Restrained At School
A 13-year-old with autism is dead after reportedly being held face down in a prone restraint for roughly an hour at school.
Future Uncertain As Money To Move People Out Of Institutions Runs Dry
With time and money running out, advocates are pushing for passage of a bill that would extend a federal program that moves people with disabilities from institutions to community living.
Ride-Sharing Service Focusing On Passengers With Disabilities
An app expected to launch next year will make available drivers specifically trained in working with people with disabilities, and with vehicles specially equipped to transport them.
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Boy Scouts Alter Approach For Kids With Special Needs
Kids with special needs are learning everything from life skills to archery as part of a Boy Scouts program that's helping pave the way for them to take part in a typical pack.
Programs Teaching Those With Autism To Code Get Boost
Autism Speaks is putting big money behind efforts to train people with autism to code, betting that the unique talents of those on the spectrum pair well with the high-demand field.
George H.W. Bush Remembered As Champion For Those With Disabilities
The former president said that signing the Americans with Disabilities Act was one of his proudest accomplishments during his time in office.
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Second Study Corroborates 1 In 40 Autism Rate
For the second time in a week, new data from a national survey suggests that the prevalence of autism in this country is higher than previously thought.
Parents Of Child With Down Syndrome Design Toys Promoting Inclusivity
Unable to find a doll that looked like their daughter with Down syndrome, one couple set out to create their own. Now, they want to offer dolls for other "marginalized children" as well.
Ed Department Reopening Hundreds Of Disability-Related Complaints
The U.S. Department of Education is reversing course after being sued over changes to its handling of disability discrimination complaints in schools.
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MTV Documenting Disability Activist’s Journey To Space
A 28-year-old with a disability is headed to space and MTV plans to chronicle the voyage.
To Find Jobs For Those With Intellectual Disabilities, Parents Get Creative
Frustrated by the difficulties that their adult children with disabilities face in obtaining employment, many parents are creating businesses to foster opportunities.
College Recruit On The Spectrum Set To Make History
As the first student-athlete with autism to sign a national letter of intent to play a team sport at the NCAA Division I level, Kalin Bennett has more than basketball on his mind.