Parenting
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'Brains in a dish' guide autism sleuths seeking first medicines
Oct 25, 2015 7:20 am - Scientists have found a way to peer into the brains of people with autism: Grow them in a dish. Aided by stem cell technology that earned Japanese researcher Shinya Yama...
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'Sesame Street' welcomes autistic character
Oct 24, 2015 7:00 am - Autistic kids often struggle with stigma in their families, in their schools - and just about everywhere. Some advocates even say they are more at risk of bullying, But ...
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Teaching kids to give backOct 22, 2015 6:00 am - Charitable giving is a part of the holiday season for many people who are spurred to donate for various reasons, including the general spirit of giving synonymous with t...
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Schools finding alternatives to suspending studentsOct 18, 2015 1:00 am - DALLAS - The recent arrest of a 14-year-old Muslim boy whose teacher mistook his homemade clock for a bomb led to widespread ridicule of school officials and accusations...
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'Bad luck' is questionable explanation for cancerOct 17, 2015 7:15 am - Q: I thought cancer was the result of risky behaviors like smoking and spending too much time in the sun. But then I read an article about cancer and bad luck. So which ...
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The staggering cost of day care when you make only the minimum wage
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Bedtime routine helps babies sleep through the nightOct 10, 2015 7:15 am - Q: My 9-month-old is still waking up three to four times during the night. How can I get her to sleep through the night? A: By the time a baby is 4 or 5 months old, he o...
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Epic crane migration a day's drive awayOct 09, 2015 6:00 am - Travelers often list the Great Migration on their bucket list, referring to mammals across the plains of Africa. Seeing that requires lots of flying and buckets of cash....
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Apps for kids: Teach your child hygiene habitsOct 08, 2015 11:00 am - “Did you brush your teeth?” “Make sure to wash your hands.” These are just a few of the daily reminders you give your kids. Reinforce these self-care routines with three...
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Naperville mom's efforts gives mobility to youngstersOct 08, 2015 6:00 am - Naperville mom's efforts provide adapted bicycles