Category Archives: Special Education

Parent Tip – Letter to Initiate an Assessment

This is a standard letter to initiate an assessment for an IEP process. Continue reading

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Autism Spectrum Disorders: Navigating through Diagnosis and Intervention

When a parent considers the possibility a child may have a spectrum disorder, coming to a diagnosis and treatment plan takes time and patience.  Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) share three core features: impaired social interactions, difficulty communicating with others, and [...]

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Theory of Mind

Theory of Mind refers to a person’s ability to infer mental state in others. It is the ability to explain observable events based on desires or emotions, knowing that other people think differently from you, being able to take another [...]

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Special Needs Estate Planning

Parents of a child with mental illness must confront a myriad of challenges managing their child’s condition while planning for their child’s future well-being. Continue reading

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