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The sisterhood in our house is built on differences
Anchel Krishna had a romanticized view of how alike her daughters would be. But they have unique personalities, interests and abilities.
'Autism isn't a thing. It's how we go about things'
Matthew Dever wants to change the way you think about autism. 'Acceptance means finding ways to accommodate.'
Do we get what we deserve in life? Political philosopher Michael Sandel says no
A book challenges the idea that people rise in America based on merit, and suggests the belief that we are 'self-made' creates friction between 'winners and losers' that harms the common good.
Son's mysterious disorder leaves dad feeling 'adrift'
'We don't really fit anywhere, and we haven't found our community.'
Lori Palozzi helps 'kids with chronic pain get their lives back'
They 'just want to be able to go back to school every day, or play hockey again, or learn how to pace their day.'
Medication for children is 'not a one-size-fits-all approach'
Pharmacist Danielle Paes is happiest on Holland Bloorview's inpatient units, working with children, families and clinicians to assess our patients' medication needs during rehab.
A place of their own
Eight families worked together to create homes for their adult children with disabilities. 'I need to work on my own fear and let her grow,' one mother said.
Finding new pathways to joy
Families look for ways to have fun while spending more time at home.
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It's time to include disability in the picture
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COVID-19 makes return to school all the harder
Canadian and American surveys suggest the pandemic makes back to school harder for families with children with disabilities.
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