Autism and the Effectiveness of Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Posted on: March 18th, 2012

Our understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders has advanced rapidly in recent years. Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are a family of neurodevelopmental conditions characterized by unusual patterns in social interaction, communication, and range of interests and activities. While this profile is generally applicable for the entire ASD population, much variation actually exists. No two individuals exhibit the exact same symptoms and as such, ASD is a heterogeneous disorder.

Higher Education and Students with Disabilities

Posted on: March 18th, 2012

The college of yesteryear is not the college of today. Students with disabilities comprise the most rapidly growing student population on many campuses.

A Step Backwards: Disturbing Changes to the NY State Medicaid Waiver in the Works

Posted on: March 18th, 2012

Fundamental and far-reaching changes are coming that will have a profound effect on every individual in New York State who receives services under the current system for caring for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Visiting Disney World with a Special Needs Child

Posted on: March 18th, 2012

Traveling to Disney World with your kids? If you are a typical Jewish family, there are concerns about the availability of kosher food, events that take place on Shabbos that you may have to schedule around, and the availability of a minyan. Traveling with a special needs child creates an added level of complexity.

Riding the Teenage Roller Coaster: Understanding Terminated Relationships

Posted on: March 14th, 2012

The life of a typical adolescent may often combine difficulties and complexities. Adolescents are often faced with issues related to peer pressure, academic stress, and potential family difficulties. Friendships and relationships often serve as outlets for adolescents during times of difficulty and turmoil.

Diabetes – The Silent Killer

Posted on: March 14th, 2012

The worldwide diabetes epidemic and its related precursor, obesity, are the fastest growing public health menaces of the 21st century.

Twins Are Multiplying

Posted on: March 14th, 2012

Having twins used to be a novelty. Now, if you think that you are seeing double everywhere you go, it is not your imagination. The National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), under the auspices of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), published a study last month noting the sharp increase in twin births over the past three decades.

Are Working Mothers Happier and Healthier Than Stay-at-Home Mothers?

Posted on: March 14th, 2012

The old debate over who has it ‘harder,’ stay–a- home mothers or working mothers, has never been clearly resolved. Some studies claim that stay-at-home mothers are more satisfied while working mothers are plagued with guilt, while other studies suggest the opposite.

Mind, Body & Soul – February 2012

Posted on: March 5th, 2012

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Health & Living – February 2012

Posted on: March 5th, 2012

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