Speech ability can also change depending on the environment. For example, being in a loud and bright space like a hospital or ...

Advocates for education on sign language are making sure children of all abilities are set up for success in the classroom.Sign language is a vital tool for some students and encouraging others to use ...

Syracuse, N.Y. -- When Heather Patrick was growing up, she knew she was different. At the age of 16, she was diagnosed with autism. She graduated from high school at 21, and went from one community ...

Billy and Catrina are deaf, and it was their dream to adopt a deaf child from China. They began the process 10 years ago while living in Lacey, and with the help of generous Asbury Park Press readers, ...

Dr. Stone answers the question: 'Signs Of Odd Language Use In Autism?' Oct. 23, 2008 -- Question: What are some of the signs of odd language use in a person with autism? Answer: In people with autism, ...