Eating Out With a Child on the Autism Spectrum
From McDonald’s to white-tablecloth restaurants, use these tips to help make a meal out delightful for you and other guests.
Parents Gain Online Tools to Nurture Inclusive Friendships
The National Inclusion Project has just released “Power in Friendship” — online resource guides to help parents and children build inclusive friendships.
What Parents Should Know About Sensory Processing Disorders
Understanding the challenges and treatment options with this often misunderstood condition.
How to Help a Child With ADHD Master the Art of Homework
Many students with ADHD are distracted and often miss vital information in the classroom making homework and testing difficult.
Baby Steps for Back-to-School Success
Ideas and resources to give exceptional parents a solid start to the new school year.
Summer is not over yet!
A practical list of ideas to keep your special child busy until school starts.
Go. Play. See. Accessible Playgrounds and Attractions in the Triad
Limitations do not have to limit fun in the Triad
When Supporting Your Teen is Not Enough
3 parenting “musts” for all parents, but especially those with special needs children
Double Check Before EOG, EOC & Year-End Testing
Being proactive eliminates last-minute testing confusion
Kids & Learning: 10 Red Flags
What parents need to look for, because kids don't say, "I'm struggling in school."
Learning Challenges: How to Identify and Address Red Flags
Parent questions answered by educational experts
Sports and ADHD: A Positive Connection?
If you’d like to incorporate sports into your child’s life to improve his or her ADHD symptoms, keep these tips in mind.
Clinical vs. Home Therapy: What is Best for My Child?
Tips to choose the best location for your child's success.
ADHD May Be Linked to Persistent Parental Criticism
A study finds only sustained parental criticism was associated with the continuance of ADHD symptoms in the children who had been diagnosed with ADHD.
Special Needs Parenting and Your Role as Advocate
Trust your instincts and seek second opinions when needed
We're Breaking Down Barriers & Changing Stigmas
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
How to Use Year-End Challenges to Optimize the Learning Experience
Find the teachable moments that are plentiful during the hectic holiday season.
For Exceptional Parents, Teaching the Teacher Is Not so Far Fetched
Parents are a welcome resource for teachers of exceptional children
Parents of Exceptional Children: We Don’t Know What We Don’t Know
There's a lot parents of children with exceptional needs just don't know.
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder
A deeper understanding and more accepting view.
iCan House Provides Support, Social Interaction for Kids With Autism
iCan House has been a lifeline for hundreds of children and adults.
Beyond Track and Field
Special Olympics North Carolina offers athletes the chance to shine year round.
N.C. Senate Bill Offers Relief for ASD Patients
Group health insurers are now required to cover adaptive behavior treatments for children with autism spectrum disorder.
Apps to Help Children with Special Needs
Our top picks for apps to help your child.
Neurofeedback can be effective in treating ADHD
Kids with ADHD may benefit from neurofeedback.
Morgan's Story: Coping With Cleft Lip and Palate
Being born with cleft lip/palate "not that big of a deal," says 11-year-old.
School Discipline and the Special Needs Child
The federal government recently issued new guidelines aimed at reducing suspensions and expulsions in public schools. Their call to action included statistics showing that children with disabilities are disproportionately affected by school disciplinary procedures.
10 Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew
Autism can be baffling, even to those who spend their lives around it.
Her future is bright
Profile: Marcy-Marie Cox/Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC)
Super sibings in Neverland
Profile: Victor Pauca/Pitt-Hopkins syndrom (PTHS)
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