Caroline McGraw
Columnist
Caroline McGraw is a would-be "childhood paleontologist" who digs for treasure in people. She writes about finding meaning in the most challenging relationships at A Wish Come Clear. Likewise, Caroline specializes in copywriting, helping non-profits and small businesses with a disability support focus tell their story online, so that they can feel confident about sharing their work with the world.
When an individual with autism is engaging in problematic behavior, such as self-injurious biting, name-calling or lashing out, what can parents, teachers and other support team members do to help?
Amidst the hustle and bustle of this holiday season, it may help to remember that one of the most precious gifts we can give to one another is our honest, undivided attention.
Leading a life of self-determined success in autism may require a dash—or more—of art.
This past Thursday, I attended a supper that ended with prayer time.
One of my biggest fears as Willie's sister is that he'll seriously hurt himself, or someone else.
After parents and caregivers of individuals on the autism spectrum have passed through the challenging process of finding and assessing a residential placement . . .
Being a single mom is tough. Being a single mom of a child with disabilities is… well, even suckier.
Yes, I do know my son is almost 27 years old and can handle many more things on his own than I give him credit for, but sometimes it is so hard to step back and let that happen.
I read a fascinating article this week: Jeff Howe’s CNN Money piece, “Paying for Finn: A Special-Needs Child.”
One of the more difficult things people are facing today is looking for the right job. That was one of my big challenges when I graduated from college;
Reilly has a girlfriend, apparently a serious girlfriend. At least they were pretty serious until they parted for the summer.
One day last week, I discovered a pile of Cameron’s school work on my coffee table. I’m used to these piles magically appearing.
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