FAMILY PERSPECTIVES

Nov 02 2025HEALTH

The Big Move: Families Share Their Stories About Living Independently with Disabilities

Moving out of the family home is a big deal for anyone. But for people with disabilities, it can be a life-changing event. Families play a huge role in this transition. They have a lot of hopes and fears. They want their loved ones to live independently. But they also worry about what might go wrong. The journey to independent living is not always smooth. Families o...

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Jun 01 2025HEALTH

Talking About Race: What Doctors and Parents Think

In the United States, conversations about race and racism are often avoided during routine check-ups for kids. This is despite the fact that these topics can greatly affect a child's health and overall well-being. There's a lot of uncertainty about whether families want to have these conversations with their pediatrician. If they do, how should doctors be trained to ...

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