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Developing a Career Makes Life Satisfying

Temple Grandin, on of the formost voices in the field of autism, shares her thoughts on developing a satisfying work life and making sense of the social world. From the inside. A must read.

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From The Heart - On Being The Mother Of A Child With A Disability

A great book, straight from the heart.

Nine mothers explore the intense experience of raising children with special needs in this brand-new book. Eye-opening, revealing, and affirming. Editors Jayne D.B. Marsh, Carol Boggis. 225 pp.

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From The Heart - On Being The Mother Of A Child With A Disability

Typical Access Profile

Auditory

Normal
Low
Extremely Low
Not Using Hearing
Hyper-Acute

Vision

Normal
Low
Extremely Low
Not Using Vision

Gross Motor

All
Some
Few
Not Using Gross Motor

Fine Motor

All
Some
Few
Not Using Fine Motor

Developmental Age Range

0 - 2
3 - 5
6 - 8
9 - 12
13 and Over

Language

Typical
Some Spoken
Receptive Only
Sign
Assistive/Augmentitive
Not Using Language
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Physiotherapy: Using the PhysioBall or Egg To Reduce Spasticity

To decrease spasticity, try deflating your PhysioBall or Egg slightly, lying the child face down and rolling the ball back and forth. Soothing music and firm touch on the tight muscles can also help.

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