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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 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


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
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