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Cartoons show the trauma of sedation for autistic children
Nine comics tell the story of kids who are put under general anesthesia repeatedly because they can't tolerate medical exams. Most have autism and intellectual disability.
More therapy for autistic children isn't always better
'While some children and families may thrive with intensive intervention, other children may not.'
Sensor headset allows teen to control devices with his thoughts
The brain-computer interface means 'Seth can do something all by himself, without help, just by thinking.'
'There's a big appetite for creative ideas here,' scientist says
Virginia Wright volunteered at our rehab hospital as a teen, sparking a 40-year career in physiotherapy and research at Holland Bloorview.
Children's rehab can make parents feel powerless
In a new study, parents said seeking services for their disabled child made them feel uncertain, hopeless, isolated and excluded.
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An Indigenous experience of autism
'My research is about learning from, and understanding, families. I have some expertise, but the families are the experts.'
Michelle didn't tell on her bully. Many kids don't
'I started to pretend I was sick so I wouldn't have to go to school.'
Helping parents read their baby's cues
The Social ABCs for babies who show signs of autism nurtures 'an ability to connect with a partner and share positive feelings together.'
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In Ethiopia, early diagnosis improves care of kids with cerebral palsy
Prior to the research project at Holland Bloorview, Ethiopian clinicians didn’t have a tool to identify the condition in babies.
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