Parents of children with special needs often have to live with having their parenting judged by people who have no idea what they're talking about. But even among people who do know what they're talking about, there can be differences of parenting styles and choices. If you've spent much time around support groups, e-mail support lists, doctor's offices or online message boards, you've likely seen someone who -- in your informed opinion -- needed more patience/information/flexibility/toughness to deal properly with a child's issues. What personal qualities do you consider to be most important for a parent of a child with special needs? Select your top three from the list below.

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