Alice Luhur became a stay at home mum after giving birth to her first child, Jared. Raising Jared was different as he was diagnosed with Down Syndrome at birth.

There are many substantial support and critics by parents and even educators about the proper placement for children with special needs. While these views are important, which one will make the most sense for your child?

How much do you know about children with special needs? Is it true that all children with special needs have low intelligence? We list out three common misconceptions about children with special needs.

Our freelance writer returned from a study trip to Boston and witnessed what she believed was never possible in a preschool classroom.

Approximately a century ago, a child with disabilities getting formal education was unheard of. When did it all begin?

When we talk about Special needs education, normally these two terms will be heard - integration and inclusion. What do they mean?

I recall an interview with the mother of a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). In the midst of our conversation, she reiterated her frustrations while bringing her son out on public transport...

Financial difficulties, managing workload and supporting ageing parents. These are some common woes of a typical local household. But what about families supporting a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Having a child with special needs is priceless. Each day, you are faced with a challenge on how to manage her behavior, what strategy would best improve her skills, or what new word she will be able to say next.

My daughter has been diagnosed with Down’s Syndrome. What can I do to ensure that I have enough financial resources to provide for her after my spouse and I have passed on?