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Autism Tracking Devices

Should children with autism have tracking devices? Wandering is a big issue in the world of autism. Autistic children and teenagers wander for various reasons, wherever on the spectrum they land. When I've worked for the Los Angeles Walk Now for Autism Speaks in the past as the volunteer chair, I've been in charge of…

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How Do I Find a Child Using GPS Tracking on a Phone?

Global Positioning System devices use satellite technology to track the position of the GPS device. Parents can use this technology to keep track of their children. Some companies place GPS devices in cell phones, which parents can then use to find the child. If your child has this in her phone, you will be able to view her exact location on a map. You can use it to find a child who is lost or keep tabs on your teenager, including watching how fast she drives.

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10 Ways to Turn Fitness into a Family Affair

The following is a guest post by Brant Secunda and Mark Allen Does obesity run in the family? According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, if one parent is overweight, there is a 50 percent chance that their children will also be overweight. But when exercise becomes a family affair, everyone wins!