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Psychologists in many states are licensed or
certified through state agencies other than a state's health board, and the
proposed IDEA language could have inadvertently limited the ability of
psychologists to provide needed mental health services to children. MINNEAPOLIS , Imagine being the parent of a child
who has been developing at a typical rate. Then, at around age 2, your child
loses the words that have been learned, becomes withdrawn and regresses
developmentally .

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discussions in 2004 about renewing the Individuals with Disabilities Education
Act (IDEA), language was proposed that stipulated only physicians or those
licensed through their state's health board would be able to evaluate children
with learning disabilities . Through its divisions in 55
subfields of psychology and its affiliations with 58 state, territorial , and
Canadian provincial associations, APA works to advance psychology as a
science, as a profession , and as a means of promoting health, education and
welfare.

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Murphy is an active cosponsor of the Paul Wellstone Mental Health
Equitable Treatment Act, which would put insurance coverage for mental health
services on par with physical health services.

Fraser Invites Public to Join in Autism Awareness Activities; Provides Resources to Families

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The American Psychological Association (APA ), located in Washington, DC,
is the largest scientific and professional organization representing
psychology in the United States and is the world's largest association of
psychologists.

Every day, 50 children are diagnosed with autism, the fastest
growing developmental disability in the United States.

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Fraser is also making available an autism
awareness e-card (FREE of charge ) and autism awareness silicone bracelets (for
a nominal donation). Fraser serves
children with developmental disabilities; children who are at risk for abuse
and neglect; children with autism and severe emotional and behavioral
disorders; parents and families of children with typical and special needs;
and adults with developmental disabilities.

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speaking on our behalf in Congress ," said Russ Newman, APA's executive
director for professional practice.

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Representative Tim Murphy (R-PA)
received the American Psychological Association's (APA) Outstanding Leadership
Award last night for his advocacy on behalf of psychologists and persons with
mental health disorders. For access to any of these resources, products and
activities, the community is encouraged to visit http://www .fraser.

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He has promoted that bill, and
other issues such as improved mental health care for veterans, through his
position as co-chair of the Congressional Mental Health Caucus. Murphy saw that the proposed language to IDEA was
removed before a final vote.
"We are extremely pleased to have strong advocates like Rep.
Sadly, this scenario is playing out for too many parents across our state
and nation.

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Murphy, one of only three psychologists in
Congress , was honored at a dinner held during APA's annual State Leadership
Conference. Working
with colleagues , Rep.
In effort to provide resources to families, Fraser is supporting Autism
Awareness Month .

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"His work will help ensure that
psychologists can continue to provide important mental health services to
children. This multi-
faceted human service organization provides direct services , information and
support in the areas of education, housing and health care.

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Throughout the month of April, Fraser is providing helpful
information such as classes and seminars, answers to frequently asked
questions and suggested books.

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Fraser is a Minnesota nonprofit with a nationally renowned reputation,
serving children of all abilities and adults with special needs.

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Autism is a collection
of neurological disorders that affect the way a child's brain develops,
including the ability to communicate, reason, and interact.

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APA's Outstanding Leadership Award is given annually to a United States
Senator or Congressman who has prominently championed the goals of
professional psychology.

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Murphy was also praised for his work ensuring that psychologists will not
be restricted in the types of services they can provide to children. APA's membership includes more than 150,000 researchers,
educators, clinicians, consultants and students.org or to
call 612-798-8340.