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October 16, 2026· Learning Disabilities

Therapeutic Horseback Riding Shows Significant Benefits for Youth With Autism, New Study Finds

By Michelle Diament | October 16, 2026 Riding horses or simply spending time around them can make a profound difference for children and adolescents diagnosed with autism, helping to significantly reduce hyperactivity while simultaneously boosting essential social skills, according to newly published research. In a comprehensive new study involving 236 children diagnosed with autism and…

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October 16, 2026· Learning Disabilities

Therapeutic Horseback Riding Shows Significant Benefits for Youth With Autism, New Study Finds

By Michelle Diament | October 16, 2026 Riding horses or simply spending time around them can make a substantial difference for children and teenagers diagnosed with autism, helping to significantly reduce hyperactivity, decrease irritability, and boost essential social skills, according to new research published this month. In a comprehensive study involving 236 children with autism…

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October 16, 2026· Learning Disabilities

New Research Shows Therapeutic Horseback Riding Significantly Reduces Hyperactivity and Anxiety in Children With Autism

By Michelle Diament | October 16, 2026 Spending time around horses and participating in structured horseback riding programs can yield substantial therapeutic benefits for children with autism, helping to curb hyperactivity, reduce irritability, and foster stronger social skills, according to newly published research. The findings, featured this month in the prominent medical journal Pediatrics, offer…

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October 15, 2026· Learning Disabilities

For Twice-Exceptional Students, Finding a School That Balances Brilliance and Belonging Remains a Challenge

DALLAS — Megan Howard’s oldest son is the kind of kid who studies trigonometry purely for fun. Yet, for a long time, the very thought of going to school filled him with dread. Every morning followed a familiar, agonizing routine. He would meticulously get dressed, only to stand frozen at the front door, refusing to…

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October 15, 2026· Learning Disabilities

Bridging the Gap: Inside the Specialized Schools Meeting the Needs of "Twice-Exceptional" Learners

DALLAS — Megan Howard’s oldest son is the kind of teenager who studies trigonometry purely for fun. Yet, despite his soaring intellect, he found himself paralyzed by the prospect of going to school. Every morning followed a familiar, agonizing routine. He would meticulously get dressed, only to stand frozen, ultimately refusing to step out the…

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October 15, 2026· Learning Disabilities

Finding the Right Fit: Inside the Specialized Schools Meeting the Needs of "Twice-Exceptional" Learners

DALLAS — Megan Howard’s oldest son is the kind of teenager who studies advanced trigonometry purely for recreation. His mastery of complex mathematics is effortless, and his intellect often operates at a level well beyond his chronological age. Yet, despite his academic aptitude, there came a point when he began consistently avoiding school altogether. The…

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October 14, 2026· Learning Disabilities

Supplemental Security Income Benefits to Cross $1,000 Threshold in 2027 Following 3.6% Cost-of-Living Adjustment

By Shaun Heasley | October 14, 2026 For the first time in history, individuals with disabilities relying on federal support could see their monthly Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments top the $1,000 mark. The milestone comes as federal officials announce a broad-based financial adjustment aimed at helping millions of Americans keep pace with ongoing economic…

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October 14, 2026· Learning Disabilities

Supplemental Security Income Benefits to Cross $1,000 Threshold in 2027 Following 3.6% Cost-of-Living Adjustment

By Shaun Heasley | October 14, 2026 For the first time in history, individuals with disabilities relying on federal support could see their monthly Supplemental Security Income benefits climb past the significant milestone of $1,000 per month. The Social Security Administration announced on Wednesday that both Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and broader Social Security benefits…

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October 14, 2026· Learning Disabilities

‘Breaking Bad’ Actor With Cerebral Palsy, Disability Advocate Dead At 34

Mitte, who shared cerebral palsy with his memorable television character, passed away on Monday in Brownsville, Texas. His sudden death has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and among millions of fans who watched him grow up on screen during the show’s landmark five-season run, which premiered in 2008. As the devoted, breakfast-loving son of…

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October 13, 2026· Learning Disabilities

RJ Mitte, Beloved ‘Breaking Bad’ Star and Disability Rights Advocate, Dies at 34

RJ Mitte, the talented actor widely recognized for his unforgettable portrayal of Walter "Flynn" White Jr.—the resilient, breakfast-loving son of Bryan Cranston’s drug lord protagonist in the critically acclaimed AMC drama series Breaking Bad—has died at the age of 34. Mitte, who shared a personal connection with his iconic television character through his real-life experience…

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