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Asperger Symptoms
Asperger’s syndrome is characterized by social abilities and social demonstrations. The lack of empathy is characteristic that is often noted. Those with Asperger’s often have difficulty making friends due to their socially awkward natures. Physical symptoms include impairment in nonverbal behavior, off facial expressions, hunched posture, odd gesturing, and lack of eye contact. Despite these characteristics, sufferers are not withdrawn, though they may be quiet. Normally those who suffer from Asperger’s can lead relatively normal lives, as they become dedicated to aspects of their interest. Professions often do not include areas were social interaction is of high demand. Chosen professions are often repetitive and restrictive. Because of social awkwardness, an individual with Asperger’s may have a one-sided conversation with someone without noticing that the other person has not spoken. Though they … Read entire article »
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Special Education: from the Beginning
Special education programs did not always used to be mandatory in the United States. Prior to 1975 there were not state-funded programs in relation to children with special needs. In the two decades prior to the 1970s family associations would often form to advocate the rights of these children. Soon the Federal government started creating funding and programs as well as services development to provide assistance for these families. Soon two laws were created for the professional training for children with mental retardation. The 1961 Teachers of the Deaf Act required training for teachers of the deaf. The year 1965 brought two more laws in relation to funding towards educating disabled children. Two more law followed prior to the passing of the Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975. This … Read entire article »
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