Think College
Think College is a national organization dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving inclusive higher education options for people with intellectual disability. With a commitment to equity and excellence, Think College…
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COVID-19 Plain Language Fact Sheets
The Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council and the Maryland Department of Health have teamed up to create COVID-19 fact sheets in plain language. Plain language helps more people understand things the…
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ADHD & Anxiety in Children
Katie Harley, LCSW PSYCOM It’s common for children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) to struggle with anxiety, whether it’s a few symptoms or a full-blown disorder. According to…
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Transitioning from Early Intervention Services to Preschool Services
Parents Place of Maryland There is a lot that happens when a child turns three. Your child may be going to, or transitioning to a new environment.. Transition is the…
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CDC Releases New Data on Autism Prevalence
The CDC has released data on Autism prevalence indicating a national rate of 1 in 44 or 2.3% (up from 1 in 54) and 1 in 49 or 2% here…
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This #GivingTuesday, Support The Autism Hiring Program!
Help us grow neurodiversity in the workplace by support The Autism Hiring Program this #GivingTuesday, November 30th! Our goal is to raise $20,000 and we are starting off with a…
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Brand New Look…Same Great Organization
The Autism Society of Maryland is proud to join with the Autism Society of America, its parent organization, and 75 affiliates nationwide, to unveil a new brand, created with love…
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The Difference Between IEP Meetings and Parent-Teacher Conferences
By Amanda Morin Knowing the difference between an IEP meeting and a parent-teacher conference can help you make the most of both meetings.
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Developing Communication Skills for the Workplace
By Carolyn K. Jeppsen Organization for Autism Research (OAR) I am often asked how we can prepare autistic youth to thrive in the workplace. My answer is that helping our…
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Backpack Checklist
Download from Understood.org Getting your child’s backpack organized is a feat worth celebrating. But making sure kids put in everything they need for the trip to school and back can…
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