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Special Stigmas is a blog that was created to bring awareness to the stigmas associated with individuals with special needs. My name is Cindy Klock and I am a Sociology student at SUNY Potsdam. I have an interest in this sociological issue mostly because of the negative oppression those that might not be able to speak up for themselves deal with on a daily basis. I have always loved working with people that are mentally handicapped because of the way they appreciate everything you do for them. I was lucky enough to do an internship with Seneca-Cayuga ARC and sub-programs they offered. Working with those with special needs isn't easy and isn't something people are always comfortable with. 

My goal is to help people become aware of the stigmas (both positive and negative) that are associated with individuals that have a mental handicap, no mater how severe. I strive to inform and educate the public on how to handle common situations and treat those with such handicaps as an equal rather than an outsider.