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Life in a beautiful neurodiverse family

A boy with Down syndrome says his name is Satan. His mom says he is trying to say Zayden.

Down Syndrome and Baby Names

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Avoid these common mistakes when considering baby names for your child with Down syndrome.

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My Mission: Disability Education

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Too many people think disability is scary and strange. My mission is to teach people about disability and everyday life.

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A Symbol for Auditory Processing Disorder

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I drew a simple symbol for auditory processing disorder. Here’s how it looks, a downloadable version, and even stickers.

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Regular Guy Treats Disabled Person Like a Human Being

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In today’s heartwarming news, a local regular man treated a disabled person with compassion instead of cruelty.

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The Difference Between Autism and Dyspraxia

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There’s more overlap than you’d think. Here’s the difference between autism and dyspraxia, along with what they have in common.

Grandma Kathy Driscoll's Susy Stories of the 1940s, Optimist Jenna

Grandma Kathy Driscoll’s “Susy Stories” of the 1940s

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Grandma Kathy grew up on a farm as the youngest of 10 kids. Here are her stories of work, nature, and the beauty of everyday life.

Dealing with grief for people with Down syndrome, OptimistJenna.com

Dealing with Grief, for People With Down Syndrome

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Losing a loved one is hard. You might not understand what’s next. Here’s how to cope with grief if you have Down syndrome.

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Q&A: How Can I Be Casually Disability Inclusive?

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Being disability inclusive goes beyond holding doors. In fact, it starts before disabled people enter the room. Here’s how you can help.

The Problem with How We View IQ tests, OptimistJenna.com. A smiling girl is labeled as a valuable genius while a guy is labeled a stupid lost cause.

The Problem with How We View IQ Tests

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IQ tests have an accuracy problem and we value them too much. Your IQ doesn’t measure everything, and most of all, it is not your fate.

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Q&A: How to Interact with a Disabled Person

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Many people make the same awkward mistakes when they interact with a disabled person. Here’s how to avoid gaffes and be friendly.

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Hello from Jenna!

My family is a little different: Katie has Down syndrome, Red is autistic, and I’m neurodivergent too.

And I want people to know how amazing it can be.

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