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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.


Adaptive Switches: Their Importance, Use, and Types
A detailed overview of adaptive switches.
Jan 224 min read


AZ HB2700: Technology First Study Committee
Background information on 3DA’s Technology First efforts in Arizona.
Jan 214 min read


NH HB1685 (2026): Technology First in NH Overview
A comprehensive overview on our legislative efforts in New Hampshire regarding Technology First.
Jan 165 min read


The Importance of UpLyft: An Interview
An interview with the CEO of an important AT company.
Jan 55 min read


A Review of Assistive Technology Academic Programs within Higher Education in the United States
A research paper on the AT academic programs offered at universities.
Nov 24, 20257 min read


The Assistive Technology Act of 2004
Detail on the 2004 reauthorization of the AT Act.
Nov 23, 20253 min read


Assistive Technology Act of 1998
Detail on the third installment of the AT Act.
Oct 28, 20253 min read


Recreational Assistive Technology: Breaking Barriers to Leisure and Sports Participation
A detailed overview on AT for recreational use.
Oct 28, 20254 min read


The Importance of Assistive Device Warranty Laws (AT Lemon Laws)
An overview on the importance of assistive device warranty laws.
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Misconceptions Surrounding Assistive Technologies
An overview on the negative misconceptions of AT use.
Sep 29, 20256 min read


Review on Assistive Technology Provision
An overview on how provisions for assistive technology work.
Sep 29, 20253 min read


The Stigmas Surrounding Assistive Technology
What AT stigma is, why it exists, and how to remove it.
Sep 29, 20253 min read


Impending Medicaid cuts will limit assistive technology accessibility
An overview on how Medicaid cuts can potentially be devastating for AT users.
Sep 15, 20253 min read


What’s an ATP?
An overview on what an ATP is and its importance.
Aug 11, 20252 min read


Product of the War: Korea’s Assistive Technology History
History on AT in Korea.
Aug 11, 20254 min read


Global Disparities in Access to Assistive Technology
Issues remain across the world regarding access to assistive technology.
Aug 8, 20255 min read


3D Printing Assistive Technology and the Future Ahead
Projecting forward with the future of 3D printed AT.
Aug 8, 20255 min read


Technology That Connects: How Arnavi Builds Bridges Through Assistive Innovation
An interview with a Microsoft software engineer turned student assistive technology researcher.
Aug 8, 20255 min read


Environmental Design in Child Rehabilitation: Creating Spaces That Work
An overview on environmental design and how it can support children with disabilities.
Jul 15, 20253 min read


Assistive Technologies Preventing Wandering and Elopement in Disability Communities
A summary on elopement assistive technologies that support children, parents, caregivers, and more.
Jul 15, 20256 min read
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