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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.
The Soviet Union’s Historical Approach to People with Developmental Disabilities
A look at how the Soviet Union addressed the developmentally disabled throughout the state's existence.
5 hours ago9 min read
Randall’s Island: The New York House of Refuge
A look at a facility that illustrates how disability was historically viewed.
6 days ago8 min read
Post World War II Reconstruction and Disability Services in Japan
An overview of the evolution of Disability Services in Japan after World War II.
Jan 2911 min read
The History of Assistive Technology in the Classroom
A historical overview of assistive technology and its benefits in education.
Jan 226 min read
The Assistive Technology Act of 2004
Detail on the 2004 reauthorization of the AT Act.
Nov 23, 20253 min read
Helen Keller: Education, Communications, and Foundations of Disabilities Advocacy
History on one of the most celebrated disability advocates.
Nov 23, 20256 min read
Maria Montessori
A brief history on special education innovations led by Maria Montessori.
Nov 11, 20254 min read
The Historical Reception of Intellectual Developmental Disabilities (IDD) in Egypt
An overview on the historical perception of disability in Egypt
Nov 11, 20255 min read
Dorothea Dix: Reform, Compassion, and Transformation of Mental Health Care
A biography on the woman who endured treacherous workloads to improve the outcomes of many.
Oct 28, 20257 min read
Assistive Technology Act of 1998
Detail on the third installment of the AT Act.
Oct 28, 20253 min read
The DD Act of 2000
History on the significant law that enables IDD related programs across the country.
Oct 20, 20256 min read
Autism Speaks and the Controversies that Follow it
History on the notorious organization in the field.
Oct 20, 20253 min read
Eunice Kennedy Shriver and the Special Olympics
History on the great Eunice Kennedy Shriver.
Sep 28, 20254 min read
Dr. Henry Viscardi Jr.
The history of a revolutionary disability advocate.
Sep 28, 20253 min read
Title: The "Science Club" and Beyond: Protecting Individuals with Developmental Disabilities in Research
Horrific history of individuals with IDD being used as test subjects is detailed in this article.
Sep 28, 20256 min read
The Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act
History of the GINA of 2008.
Sep 22, 20255 min read
York Asylum and the York Retreat: A Comparison
A comparison of two forms of historic treatment methods.
Sep 22, 20253 min read
Accessibility at National Parks
An overview on the history of and current accessibilities offered at National Parks.
Sep 22, 20254 min read
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