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ECAC | ADHD in Girls: Recognizing the Symptoms and Providing Support

ADHD in girls often looks different than it does in boys. This different presentation—which is not typically what most people think of when they picture a person with ADHD—has contributed to girls being misdiagnosed or missed altogether resulting in missed opportunities for proper ADHD intervention. During this session, psychologists Dr. Julia Schechter and Dr. Maura

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North Carolina Down Syndrome Alliance Conference

The North Carolina Down Syndrome Alliance (NCDSA) is proud to host the North Carolina Down Syndrome Conference. Held annually in the spring, the statewide conference brings together nationally and regionally recognized experts in their fields. Conference sessions cover diverse topics relevant across the lifespan of individuals with Down syndrome. Everyone who supports a person with

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Meet the Need NC | Me and My Legislator: “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!”

“Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” by Dr. Suess is a children’s book that encourages and inspires readers to embrace life’s challenges and adventures. In April, we join Meet The Need NC’s individuals with I/DD lived experience advocates with our state’s General Assembly to discover the “whys” behind their advocacy, and their personal challenges and adventures

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