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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.


Performance and Affect of Friendship in IDD Communities
Exploring the dynamics of friendship within IDD communities, highlighting the active performance of relationships, the importance of mutual support, and the need for communities to address systemic barriers that affect social inclusion and authentic connections.
3 days ago10 min read


Staying safe in crisis: How people with disabilities can prepare for emergencies
Proactive measures to increase safety during emergency situations.
Sep 255 min read


Supporting Seniors with ASD | Autism Spectrum Disorders
Caretakers can support aging adults with ASD through adaptive, individualized care.
Sep 186 min read


When We May Cause More Harm Than Good: How Journalists Should Cover Disability
A look at how journalists can respectfully and accurately cover disability.
Sep 147 min read


Honey, Where’s my Sue-per Suit?: ADA Lawsuits
A look at lawsuits associated with violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Aug 236 min read


Family Matters: IDD & Sibling Support
An overview of siblings' roles and support organizations for siblings of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Jul 278 min read


Understanding and Exploring Fears in Autistic Individuals
An overview on fears in people with autism and how it differs from neurotypical people.
Jul 224 min read


Police Intervention Training for Individuals with IDD
An overview of various training organizations dedicated to improving law enforcement interactions with individuals with IDD.
Jul 146 min read


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


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


"What's the big IDEA?": The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act & You
Detailed information about the IDEA.
Feb 2611 min read


Fun facts about and public awareness of Assistive Technology
An overview of assistive technology including facts and myths.
Jan 285 min read




Why disaster registries are harmful for people with disabilities
An overview on how to better protect the disability population during disasters.
Nov 22, 20253 min read




Double discrimination: The intersectionality of disability and race
How race plays a factor in the lives of disabled people.
Nov 22, 20255 min read


How the school-to-prison pipeline is damaging to students with disabilities
An overview on the negative long term effects of punishments in school.
Nov 11, 20254 min read


Art Therapy for IDD: A Brief Overview
An overview on art therapy for individuals with IDD.
Oct 28, 20256 min read


From Representation to Participation: Ethical Pathways in Reporting on Vulnerable Populations
More on the ethical considerations for disability storytelling in journalism.
Oct 28, 20254 min read


How Department of Education layoffs may affect services for students with disabilities
Detail on recent events effecting the OSEP.
Oct 20, 20254 min read
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