Autism's rich reality: a sufferer sheds light on a mysterious disorder
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Donna Williams authored 'Nobody Nowhere' to help explain the feelings of being autistic. Williams was exposed to rejection by her family and discovered her condition only after entering college. She says the truth has opened up her world, and she has extraordinary talents in music and writing.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1992
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The ADD dilemma: is Ritalin the best way to treat attention deficit disorder?
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There is a growing controversy over the use of Ritalin to treat children with ADD. Some experts contend that teachers and parents are using the drug to control unruly children who do not really have the disorder. Non-drug therapies such as behavior modification show promise.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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A matter of opinion: the defence used a poll on the murder case
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Some Canadian attorneys commission polls to evaluate the sentiments of prospective jurors and use the results to argue for a change of venue in criminal cases. The practice is evaluated by attorneys and legal experts.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1993
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