Current Research
Siblings with a Mission keeps siblings and sibling supporters up-to-date with upcoming events and current research in the special needs community. As part of our mission, we show siblings how to spread awareness of special needs and teach communities that people with disabilities can still have fun and enjoy life, too.
News about Current Research and Support Initiatives:
"The Orphans of Medical Research: Finding a Cure for Rare Diseases," by Rachel Dokko Did you know very few doctors and scientists research rare diseases? Learn why here. "Can Xbox Video Games Really Help People with ASD?" by Mahisha Ramalingam An elementary school in Virginia, USA has begun to use Xbox Kinect to help people on the spectrum improve their social, communication, and fine motor skills. Grab your video games and play with your sibling today. Read the article here. "High School Students Host Pizza Party for Special Needs Classrooms," by Nathan Grant High school students from Cincinnati Country Day School learned what it is like to live with disability. By hosting a pizza party for two special needs classrooms, these high school students learned that disability does not define personality. Learn more about this news story here. |
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