Other Health Impairment
Under IDEA, a child who has an “other health impairment” is very likely to be eligible for special services to help the child address his or her educational, developmental, and functional needs resulting from the disability.
The law lists examples of health-related conditions that may qualify a child for special education. The conditions that are mentioned are: attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, diabetes, epilepsy, heart conditions, hemophilia, lead poisoning, leukemia, nephritis, rheumatic fever, sickle cell anemia, and Tourette Syndrome.
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“Other Health Impairment” is one of the 14 categories of disability listed in our nation’s special education law, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Under IDEA, a child who has an “other health impairment” is very likely to be eligible for special services to help the child address his or her educational, developmental, and functional needs resulting from the disability.”
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“Do you feel lost when it comes to ADHD and its related issues and concerns? Parenting a child with ADHD brings both joys and challenges. Unfortunately, due to Covid-19, CHADD is unable to provide in-person classes at this time, but CHADD provides a safe and convenient remote learning environment where you can receive ADHD training.”
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“JDRF is the leading global organization harnessing the power of research, advocacy, and community engagement to advance life-changing breakthroughs for type 1 diabetes (T1D).”
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Intervention IDEAs for Infants, Toddlers, Children, and Youth Impacted by Lead Exposure.
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Informing and Designing Education for All Learners