This Spontaneous Speech By Student on the Spectrum Leaves Classroom Teacher in Tears
When a 4th grade student stood up and started telling his classmates what it's like to have autism—and that it's pretty cool, too—the teacher broke down.
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When 7-Foot-Tall 'Gentle Giant' With Autism Outgrows His Swing Set, Handyman Steps in for Free
No local businesses were ready to build a new swingset for 23-year-old Cobey Thomas - at least until his mother contacted a specific handyman.
Police Officer Praised for Answering 911 Call to Save Missing Teddy Bear for Boy With Autism
When a 12-year-old boy with autism was frantic to find his missing teddy bear, this compassionate cop was more than happy to help to answer his call.
Personal Trainer With Autism Opened a New Gym That Caters Specifically to People With Special Needs
When Mark Fleming noticed that there weren't any exercise facilities that could cater to special needs clients, he started his very own gym.
When Man With Autism Has Violent Reaction to Medication, Mom is Stunned by Officers' Compassionate Response
Despite past miserable experiences with hospitals, the parents of an autistic son were overwhelmed by how kindly he was treated during his most recent trip.
Barber Lies Down on Floor to Cut Hair of 6-Year-Old Boy With Autism
Determined to get the job done, Mr. Jacob follows him around the salon with his tools—and kindness— so he can finish the cut.
Jigsaw Puzzles by Autistic Artists
The symbol for Autism, a jigsaw puzzle piece, means more now that a Hawaii-based jigsaw puzzle company is looking for autistic artists for its new fund-raiser, The Autism Puzzle Project.
In Age of Bullying, Special Needs Student Elected Prom King
Scott Shaver and Katie Buell were crowned prom king and queen last week at Westview High School. Katie is an all-American girl, class president, champion in girls basketball, and an absolute sweetheart, according to her teachers. Yet, it seems every student, no matter their ability, is accepted here and treasured. Scotty, as the kids call him, is a HUGE personality at the school, brought out of his shell over four years by the nurturing attention given, not only by specialized staff who have tutored him as a special needs student with autism, but by the accepting student body.
Drug Trial for Autism Shows Promise
After joining a clinical trial at Boston Children's Hospital, Katie Mills started to speak in complete sentences for the first time, her 30-second attention span extended into minutes, and she was finally able to retain information from one day to the next, said her mother, Susan Mills. "We'd had a child who had basically been 2 years old for four years," said Mills, of Whiteville, N.C. But after four months, "she was communicating in ways she had never done before. It was amazing. It was like it was a totally different child.
Global Software Firm Hiring More People With Autism
Software giant SAP yesterday announced a new employment push to hire more people with autism after a successful pilot program showed increases in office productivity and cohesiveness. "Only by employing people who think differently will SAP be prepared to handle the challenges of the 21st century," said a company official.
My Son With Autism Had Trouble In School Until One Teacher Did This
School was hard for Brock because of his autism until a different teacher took the time to make a difference in his day–and it changed his whole year.
Tim Tebow Arranges Night To Remember For 32,000 Special Needs Kids
Special needs kids sometimes don't get the same chances as non-challenged youth which is why the former NFL quarterback threw over 200 prom night parties.
Apple Store Employee Comforts Boy With Autism Right On the Floor
When a boy ran into the glass wall at an Apple Store, an employee got down on the floor with him and set up his new iPad right there–until he felt better.
University to Build Support Center With Jobs for Adults With Autism
Adults with autism are left with few options when they age out of "the system." Fortunately, one college plans to offer a great work-life opportunity.
How To Make Holiday Travel Less Stressful for Children w/ Special Needs
For parents of children with special needs, hopping on that flight to see grandma for Christmas can be especially taxing... Here are some tips.
Autism-Friendly Clothing Dumps Zips, Buttons and Tags, Offers GPS
Autism Awareness Day is also Independence Day, thanks to a new line of clothing designed to help autistic teens get dressed more easily—and stay on track.
How A Police Officer Made My Autistic 6-Year-Old Son's Dream Come True
Brock found it hard to smile because of how anxious his autism made him–until police officers took time in their day to show some extra special attention.
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