Understanding Spina Bifida
Highlights In This Article What is spina bifida? Spina bifida is a condition that affects the development of a baby’s spine during early pregnancy. The…
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Disability and chronic illness
Guiding Your Deaf or Hard of Hearing Child
Highlights In This Article What do ‘deaf’ and ‘hard of hearing’ mean? When discussing hearing loss, different terms may be used: Why might a child…
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Understanding Limb Differences in Children
Highlights In This Article What is Limb Difference? Limb difference means a child is born with or develops a limb difference early in life. Limb…
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Fragile X Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Support
Highlights In This Article What is Fragile X Syndrome? Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition caused by a mutation in the X chromosome. The…
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Support for Early Childhood Development
Highlights In This Article What is Early Childhood Intervention? Early childhood intervention provides support for young children with disabilities or developmental delays. It focuses on…
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Disability Support for Families with Children
Highlights In This Article What is Disability and Parenting Support? If you are caring for a child with a disability, there is support available to…
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Cystic Fibrosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Highlights In This Article What is Cystic Fibrosis? Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease that primarily affects the lungs and digestive system, resulting from…
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Cerebral Palsy: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Highlights In This Article What is cerebral palsy? Cerebral palsy is a condition that affects body movements and is caused by a brain injury. The…
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Guidance for Caring for a Child with Down Syndrome
Highlights In This Article What is Down syndrome? Down syndrome is a common chromosomal condition causing mild to moderate intellectual disability. It is a congenital…
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Parenting a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Highlights In This Article What is ASD, autism, and Asperger’s syndrome? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects the way your child relates to their environment and…
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