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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.
Robert Guthrie and the Birth of Newborn Screening
A look at the life and career of the "father of newborn screening."
Aug 98 min read
Displaying Disability: Ethical Controversies at the Mütter Museum
A look at why the Philadelphia museum's anatomical exhibits spark debate.
Jul 234 min read
Barbara Jordan: A Life of Leadership and Perseverance
An important historical figure who overcame immense adversity to become a groundbreaking political leader.
Jul 167 min read
Judy Heumann: the Mother of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Judy Heumann fought discrimination and spearhead the disability rights movement.
Jul 157 min read
Javed Abidi: The Father of Disability Activism in India
History of a very significant disability advocate.
May 284 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 Rehabilitation Act of 1973
An overview of a federal law prohibiting disability-based discrimination and promoting equal access.
Mar 264 min read
Depictions of Disability in Fiction
A historical examination of disability, as depicted in works of fiction.
Mar 236 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
The President’s Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities
An historical look at the President’s Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities and its advisory role on intellectual disability policy.
Feb 255 min read
Autism Masking, and Female Experiences in Autism
An overview of the impact of autism masking and gendered diagnostic disparities.
Feb 175 min read
The Role of International NGOs in Global Disability Rights
An overview of NGOs advancing global disability rights worldwide.
Feb 164 min read
Teacher Training for Special Education: Historical Evolution of Curriculum
A historical overview of the roles and training of special education teachers
Feb 128 min read
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.
Feb 59 min read
Randall’s Island: The New York House of Refuge
A look at a facility that illustrates how disability was historically viewed.
Jan 308 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
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