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October 6, 2026· Sensory Processing

Leveraging Seasonal Autumn Themes to Target Pediatric Fine Motor Development in Occupational Therapy

As the leaves begin to change colors and fall, and the scent of autumn permeates classrooms and clinics, pediatric occupational therapists and educators are presented with a seasonal shift that naturally invites targeted developmental interventions. Rather than selecting autumn activities merely for their festive appeal, professionals are increasingly utilizing apples, leaves, pumpkins, acorns, farm themes,…

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October 6, 2026· Learning Disabilities

Decatur Couple Expands Advocacy for Adults with Disabilities by Launching ‘Everyday Sunshine University’

DECATUR, Ala. — For families navigating the transition of a child with developmental disabilities from the structured safety of the public school system into adulthood, the road ahead often drops off into a steep cliff of uncertainty. In Decatur, Alabama, local entrepreneurs and advocates Jeff and Andrea Sharp are working to build a bridge across…

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October 6, 2026· Neurodiversity

Rethinking Life, Mind, and Culture: The Intersection of Relational Ecology, Indigenous Wisdom, and Neurodiversity

Core ideas within Buddhist and Daoist spiritual traditions are deeply reflective of the commonalities found across many human-scale indigenous cultures. A compassionate framework of love as vulnerable mutual knowing is remarkably compatible with a panpsychic relational philosophy. Ultimately, everyone wants their experience to be taken seriously. We are embodied spirits, compelled to make sense of…

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October 6, 2026· Behavioral Health

New Study Explores Gaslighting in Parent-Child Relationships and Its Impact on Adolescents

Gaslighting, long recognized as a damaging form of psychological abuse and manipulation, typically involves one person systematically casting doubt on another’s sense of reality, memories, and emotions. While the concept was first identified decades ago, widespread public interest and empirical research into the phenomenon are relatively recent. Today, the scientific study of gaslighting is expanding…

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October 6, 2026· Inclusive Education

AMC Theatres Agrees to Settlement with EEOC Following Disability Discrimination Lawsuit Over Longtime Employee with Cerebral Palsy

The nation’s largest movie theater chain, AMC Theatres, has agreed to a $56,000 financial settlement and comprehensive operational changes to resolve a federal disability discrimination lawsuit. The legal action stemmed from allegations that the company illegally forced out a dedicated employee who has cerebral palsy and had given more than two decades of service to…

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October 6, 2026· Pediatric Research

WHO Director-General Concludes First Day of Jordan State Visit Highlighting Universal Health Coverage, Mental Health, and Humanitarian Action

AMMAN — World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has concluded the first day of his high-level, two-day State visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, using the diplomatic mission to underscore the robust, enduring partnership between the global health agency and the Jordanian government. The discussions throughout the opening day centered heavily…

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October 6, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund-Texas to Honor Statewide Changemakers at Annual ‘A Celebration of Joy’ Event in Austin

AUSTIN, TX — On Thursday evening, the Children’s Defense Fund-Texas (CDF-TX), the local branch of the prominent national child advocacy organization, will welcome community members, leaders, and advocates to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center for its signature annual gathering, “A Celebration of Joy.” The event is designed to honor extraordinary Texas changemakers while actively…

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October 6, 2026· Applied Behavior Analysis

New Pathway Outside the Brain Found to Drive Alzheimer’s-Related Neurodegeneration

For decades, the scientific community’s understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and related tauopathies has been dominated by the study of what happens inside the brain. Researchers have spent years examining the buildup of toxic tau proteins and amyloid plaques, viewing the brain as an isolated environment where these pathologies wreak havoc. However, a groundbreaking study published…

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October 6, 2026· Child Development

Study Reveals Distinct Patterns of Accelerated Brain Aging Across Diverse Neurological and Psychiatric Conditions

A groundbreaking study published in the open-access journal PLOS Medicine has shed new light on the relationship between brain health and a variety of neurological, psychiatric, and addictive conditions. The research, spearheaded by Shile Qi of the Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics in China, suggests that many of these disorders are linked to a…

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October 6, 2026· Occupational Therapy

Breaking Down Silos: The Vital Role of Occupational Therapy in Interprofessional Healthcare Teams

By Cheryl Hall | June 23, 2026 As an occupational therapist, have you ever felt that your contributions are overlooked or undervalued by the broader healthcare team? It is a sentiment that resonates across the clinical spectrum. While many OTs carry this feeling as a personal challenge, it is a pervasive issue that affects nearly…

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