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Loneliness and Friendship in High School
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art173617.asp
Students with Down syndrome or other developmental disabilities may experience less loneliness and more friendships in high school than their mainstream peers, unless a club like Circle of Friends offers all students the support and encouragement found in inclusive extracurricular activities.
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art173617.asp

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