The Changing Definition of Autism
Monthly Archives: April 2012
The Changing Definition of AutismThe Changing Definition of Autism
Categories: Community Life, Education, Employment
By Guest Blogger Taryn Williams, Policy Advisor, Office of Disability Employment Policy, U.S. Department of Labor What’s in a definition? Everything when it comes to a diagnosis of autism. A recent debate among mental health professionals, families and disability advocates is flaming passions about … Continue reading
Reauthorizing IDEA with Those We ServeReauthorizing IDEA with Those We Serve
Categories: Education
By Guest Blogger Lawrence Korchnak, Autism Society Vice President The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that makes it possible for families to access free and appropriate education for their children with disabilities. The standards established … Continue reading
Celebrating Nurses with Limb LossCelebrating Nurses with Limb Loss
Categories: Employment
By Guest Bloggers Donna C. Maheady, EdD, ARNP, author, founder and president of www.exceptionalnurse.com and adjunct assistant professor at the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing at Florida Atlantic University, and Susan E. Fleming, PhD, RN, CNS, NE, clinical assistant … Continue reading
