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In many instances, raising a special needs child changes the way that parents think and feel. Here are some common lessons that many parents of special needs children  feel that they have learned. Be realistic Know that some...

Experienced parents share their thoughts on good ways to approach children with special needs. Talk to the child Speak directly to a child who has special needs. Look him or her in the eye (but be aware...

In parenting your child with special needs, your feelings can be tumultuous. Guilt You might wonder if you did something to cause your son's or daughter's disability. You might be asking yourself if you were you irresponsible,...

Some advice from other parents of special needs children on how to manage in a world that may not really understand your situation. Find a peer Try to locate another parent of a child with a disability, to...

As the parent of a child with special needs, here is why it can help to describe your feelings and needs to others who may not "get it" yet. Missed the rocket You have taken off into...

This article explores how you can support your relative or friend who is the parent of a child with a disability. They need your understanding One day you receive a phone call from someone who tells...

Here are some feelings that parents of kids with down syndrome, autism or Asperger's syndrome,  ADHD and other medical conditions have expressed: Disappointment Shock and loss are felt when a child with a disability is born and/or diagnosed. Although parents...

Here are some ways that parents describe how to view their children with special needs - and how to view them as their child's mom and dad. See their child as an individual Parents of children with special...