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Old 11-26-2007, 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by nikki1920 View Post
I worked with kids who were on the spectrum (high and low functioning) and some parents were willing to do what ever it took to get a Social Security disability check (now $623, up to $637 Jan. 1) for their child. That's a lot of money to most people. That entitles them to "free" medical coverage, and other things. It's disheartening. I see this a lot at work.
Wow. Just wow. That never even occurred to me -- which I'm glad of.

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I think some parents AND medical professionals are quick to discount the others' perspective. Each side has to give credit to the other when appropriate.
I agree completely. The key is finding a pediatrician you are comfortable with so that you can work together as a team.
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