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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.

Author: Chisholm, Patricia
Publisher: Rogers Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1992
Diagnosis, Autism, Williams, Donna

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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.

Author: Chisholm, Patricia
Publisher: Rogers Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
Usage, Children, Drug therapy, Child health, Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Ritalin (Medication)

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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.

Author: Chisholm, Patricia
Publisher: Rogers Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1993
Laws, regulations and rules, Attorneys, Lawyers, Practice, Public opinion polls

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