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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Ann describes how one teacher helped her escape from primary school.

Here Jane talks about boredom leading to being ‘naughty’.

Here Raymond describes people teasing others from other countries.

Here Michelle talks about the downside to having what she describes as ‘velcro’ support assistants in school.

Here Samantha describes her fear of being discriminated against.

Here Michelle talks about the influence medical professionals had on her parents.

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