Remove Autism spectrum Remove Education Remove Healthcare
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Giving Caregivers a Platform: Sherita, Mother of Tony

Mad in America

This did not stop Sherita from believing that her son was intelligent, as he went on to complete school and higher education with a degree in botany. It has been evident that the healthcare workers do not care about people struggling with mental illness, the very people they are supposed to help.

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NIH Autism Database Sparks Concern of Privacy Violations, Discrimination

ADDitude

” “I am fearful that a national registry of those identified on the autism spectrum could be used against them rather than to help link them to supports.” It could lead to increased surveillance, reinforce harmful stereotypes, and deepen the stigma that already exists around autism.” Thank you.

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MAHA Commission Draws Swift Criticism, Condemnation

ADDitude

If they want to MAHA, then provide affordable healthcare that includes coverage for mental health evaluation and treatment. First dismantle the Department of Education to limit our kids protections and rights to IEP and 504 services, now limit their med intake?! – @kjacono Quite terrifying.