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3DA ORIGINAL ARTICLES
Explore our collection of articles covering important topics, from landmark court cases to technological developments in the field of developmental disabilities.
Sexual Abuse in Group Homes
A look at how education, vigilance, and resources can help prevent sexual abuse among individuals with IDD.
Jun 188 min read
Hall v. Florida (2014)
A case that led to preventing states from using a strict IQ threshold to deny death-row inmates the opportunity to prove intellectual disability.
Jun 162 min read
United States v. Georgia (2006)
A case that strengthened federal disability protections inside state prisons.
Jun 103 min read
State of the Union: Federal Policy Enforcement at the State and Local Levels
A look at federal disability protections, and how enforcement often relies on complex individual complaints.
Jun 88 min read
Kinney v. Yerusalim (1993)
A case that resulted in street accessibility requirements being expanded.
Jun 82 min read
P. v. Newington Board of Education (2008)
A case regarding least restrictive environment under the IDEA.
Jun 33 min read
Javed Abidi: The Father of Disability Activism in India
History of a very significant disability advocate.
May 284 min read
Pennsylvania Dept. of Corrections v. Yeskey (1998)
A case in which the U.S. Supreme Court determined that the ADA applies to state prisons.
May 283 min read
The History of Institutionalization in the US
A look at the historical practice of institutionalization of those with disabilities in the US.
Apr 74 min read
Marriage and Parenthood Rights
A historical look at the rights to marriage and parenthood for individuals with disabilities.
Apr 69 min read
The SETT Framework for Assistive Technology
A look at a respected model for implementing AT in educational settings.
Apr 33 min read
AT for Activities of Daily Living
An overview of types of AT and how they can be used to support ADLs.
Apr 33 min read
AT for Employment
A look at the importance of AT use in the workplace.
Apr 25 min read
Going Analog with Grip Aids: EaZyHold’s Low-Tech Assistive Technology
An interview with the Community Manager at EaZyHold
Apr 28 min read
Different Roles Within a State Assistive Technology Program
A look at how state AT programs ensure accessible, affordable assistive technology for people with disabilities.
Mar 274 min read
The Rehabilitation Act of 1973
An overview of a federal law prohibiting disability-based discrimination and promoting equal access.
Mar 264 min read
Inclusive Playgrounds, Universal Design: Maryland’s Playgrounds For All Project and the Design Philosophy For Everyone
Interviews with Academics, Experts, and Project Leads shed light on the Universal Design philosophy and the Playgrounds for All project
Mar 257 min read
Arlington Central School District Board of Education v. Murphy (2006)
A case in which the Supreme Court ruled IDEA does not cover expert fee reimbursement.
Mar 242 min read
Depictions of Disability in Fiction
A historical examination of disability, as depicted in works of fiction.
Mar 236 min read
The Assistive Technology Act Explained
An overview of the ATA and its importance.
Mar 184 min read
Augmentative and Alternate Communication Overview
A look at what AAC is, and how it helps those with disabilities.
Mar 184 min read
The Future of DIY Assistive Technology
An overview of the advantages and challenges of do-it-yourself AT.
Mar 184 min read
Indigenous Perspectives
A look at how developmental disabilities are historically viewed in Indigenous cultures.
Mar 167 min read
Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
An overview of the CRPD and its role advancing global disability rights.
Mar 135 min read
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