Autism And Empathy
Why does the myth that autistic people lack empathy persist? Writer, Autism Mom and Advocate, Liane Kupferberg Carter, addresses this misconception and the dangers that come with this way of thinking.
From: Huffington Post
Published: May 21, 2013
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Rich Manhattan Moms Hire Handicapped Tour Guides So Kids Can Cut Lines At Disney World
They are 1 percenters who are 100 percent despicable. Some wealthy Manhattan moms have figured out a way to cut the long lines at Disney World — by hiring disabled people to pose as family members so they and their kids can jump to the front.
From: New York Post
Published: May 14, 2013
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History of Autism Blame
Find out how the medical establishment came to blame mothers as the cause of autism for most of the 20th century.
From: PBS
Published: May 9, 2013
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Mentally Disabled Henry’s Workers Awarded $240 Million
In a decision that legal experts are calling “historic” and “stunning,” a federal jury closed a dark chapter in Iowa history Wednesday by awarding $240 million to 32 mentally disabled men who endured decades of discrimination and abuse while working for Henry’s Turkey Service in Atalissa.
From: Press-Citizen
Published: May 9, 2013
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Autism Choices: Safety vs Stigma; Content vs Conspicuous
Choosing priorities when your child has Autism
VIDEO: Decision To Drop Off Autistic Adult Son ‘Gut-Wrenching’, Says Ottawa Couple
A Canadian couple shed many tears before making the decision to drop off their 19-year-old autistic son at a government agency, feeling they had no other choice. There are simply not enough services for families taking care of adults with autism.
From: CTV
Published: May 1, 2013
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VIDEO: Anonymous Neighbor Objects To Blue Porch Lights For Autism Awareness
A family found an anonymous note from a cowardly neighbor, complaining about their blue Autism Awareness porch light. The letter threatened trouble from the local Home Owners' Association. Find out how the Association responded...
From: WCNC.com
Published: April 30, 2013
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6 Secrets Special Needs Moms Know But Won’t Tell You
Read and share these important facts so they are secrets no more!
From: Huffington Post
Published: April 26, 2013
Found In: , Advocacy & Awareness › Advocacy Initiatives & Resources , Family Matters › Parents
An Open Letter To Jimmy’s Neighbors About Autism
Getting To The Heart Of Autism Awareness
Is Your School District Not Complying With Your Child’s IEP?
Take 5 Important Steps
Marion Walsh
Published: March 28, 2013
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