Tag: policy
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The Prevalence of Autism
I was having a conversation with a friend who works primarily with disability advocacy and bureaucracy. We were discussing the rise in autism diagnoses. The prevalence of autism has become much higher. Or has it? The diagnostic criteria has changed significantly in the past twenty years. So have the incentives for testing. Are we really…
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Fifty Dollar Bill
Describe a random encounter with a stranger that stuck out positively to you. A very long time ago I worked at JCPenney. There was a customer who was very particular. Another associate and I listened to his concerns and found the right solution for him. He offered us a tip. That was against policy. The…