Lotus Advocacy Features

lotus represents student at american univeristy, the eagle

University mishandled multiple disability accommodations, students allege

‘It felt like I was being dismissed’

After three years, three procedures, two coronavirus infections, two hospitalizations, five emergency room visits and over 20 doctor appointments, Madelaine Reis said nobody in the American University administration ever cared to ask if she was okay.

dyslexics wanted, podcast with former student

Dyslexics Wanted is the podcast of the Webb Innovation Center for Dyslexia (WICD.org). WICD is dedicated to helping people understand that dyslexia is a strength (albeit one that comes with some challenges), a different kind of thinking, an ability not a disability, and the podcast celebrates dyslexics and their Super Powers. In the words of our founder, Gertrude Webb, dyslexia is a “teaching disability” not a “learning disability”. Learn more at: WICD.org

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mightier, Back to school article in the time of covid

Mightier pairs video games with clinically validated strategies to help kids build confidence and thrive. Mightier helps children (ages 6-12) who struggle with their emotions including kids with diagnosis like ADHD, ODD and Autism. Learn more at: mightier.com

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mightier, 3 MEDITATIONS FOR KIDS

Read about 3 kid-friendly meditations you can try at home! The article walks you through how to conduct body scans, manta/magic words and safe space visualizations.

mightier, 4 breathing activities for kids

Read about 4 kid-friendly breathing techniques you can try at home to calm the mind and body! The article walks you through how to conduct the letting go breath, counting breath, balloon breath and box breath.

mightier, mindful eating

Pull out the snacks and follow these instructions for some mindful eating with your child.