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An Autistic Teenager Fell Hard for a Chatbot

Vulnerable teens are increasingly drawn towards AI companions, which can offer emotional connections that aren't always healthy or appropriate.
#special-education

She graduated without learning to read. Now she's suing her school.

Aleysha Ortiz's experience highlights the neglect of special education needs in Hartford's public school system, leading to her illiteracy despite graduating with honors.

The High Cost of Learning Disabilities for College Students

Students with learning disabilities face higher dropout rates and lower college enrollment due to ineffective and costly intervention programs.

She graduated without learning to read. Now she's suing her school.

Aleysha Ortiz's experience highlights the neglect of special education needs in Hartford's public school system, leading to her illiteracy despite graduating with honors.

The High Cost of Learning Disabilities for College Students

Students with learning disabilities face higher dropout rates and lower college enrollment due to ineffective and costly intervention programs.
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#dyslexia

Dyslexia: German researchers find cause in the brain DW 09/12/2024

Dyslexia is a prevalent learning disorder that affects reading and writing abilities and does not reflect a person's intelligence.

Private Insurers Must Now Cover Dyslexia Testing in New York

Governor Kathy Hochul's new law mandates private insurers in New York to cover costs of dyslexia diagnostic tests, improving early identification.

Dyslexia: German researchers find cause in the brain DW 09/12/2024

Dyslexia is a prevalent learning disorder that affects reading and writing abilities and does not reflect a person's intelligence.

Private Insurers Must Now Cover Dyslexia Testing in New York

Governor Kathy Hochul's new law mandates private insurers in New York to cover costs of dyslexia diagnostic tests, improving early identification.
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Services will shut, Mencap warns on National Insurance rise

Mencap may cut 60 services due to rising National Insurance and minimum wage costs, threatening support for people with learning disabilities.
#autism

'My autistic son had no safety net when in crisis'

The case highlights a critical failure in mental health facilities to provide appropriate care for individuals with complex needs.

Navigating autism and loneliness with Kaelynn Partlow

Kaelynn Partlow shares her journey as an autistic individual, offering insights into her challenges and accomplishments in self-discovery and advocacy.

'My autistic son had no safety net when in crisis'

The case highlights a critical failure in mental health facilities to provide appropriate care for individuals with complex needs.

Navigating autism and loneliness with Kaelynn Partlow

Kaelynn Partlow shares her journey as an autistic individual, offering insights into her challenges and accomplishments in self-discovery and advocacy.
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'Serious implications for vulnerable students' - pupils with learning disabilities are 'being forced into mainstream schools'

New policy may place mild special schools under pressure, raising concerns about adequate support for children with complex needs.
#patient-care

Disabled woman died at Queen's Hospital after 'gross failure' in her care

Hospital care failures, including improper medication and lack of support, contributed to Chloe Every's tragic death at Queen's Hospital.

Aunt 'horrified' over niece's care, inquest told

Chloe Every's death highlights critical failures in understanding and managing patients with learning disabilities and complex medical conditions.

Disabled woman died at Queen's Hospital after 'gross failure' in her care

Hospital care failures, including improper medication and lack of support, contributed to Chloe Every's tragic death at Queen's Hospital.

Aunt 'horrified' over niece's care, inquest told

Chloe Every's death highlights critical failures in understanding and managing patients with learning disabilities and complex medical conditions.
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#parenting

Neurodivergent Kids Flourish When They're Taught How Their Brains Work

Kids with special needs benefit from understanding their conditions for improved self-concept and academic performance.

Most parents concerned their child isn't reaching their full potential, new research finds

Many parents feel their child is not reaching their potential, impacting their stress levels regarding academic success.

Neurodivergent Kids Flourish When They're Taught How Their Brains Work

Kids with special needs benefit from understanding their conditions for improved self-concept and academic performance.

Most parents concerned their child isn't reaching their full potential, new research finds

Many parents feel their child is not reaching their potential, impacting their stress levels regarding academic success.
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Man's murder conviction overturned after 33 years

Oliver Campbell, wrongfully convicted of murder for 33 years, has had his conviction overturned, allowing him to live as an innocent man.

Hornchurch care home found to put residents at 'risk of abuse'

The Farmhouse care home has improved to 'requires improvement' but still poses risks to residents' safety and requires further enhancements.

America's fight to save handwriting from extinction

Studies show writing can increase cognitive abilities.

How I Turned My Learning Disabilities Into a Superpower | Entrepreneur

Realizing learning disabilities can be transformed into superpowers through proper leveraging.
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