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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 and Legacy of Pennhurst State School and Hospital
History of the notorious Pennhurst institution that led to many necessary changes for those with disabilities.
Nov 25, 20246 min read
The Independent Living Movement
History on the Independent Living Movement, giving empowerment and independence to millions with disabilities.
Nov 23, 20244 min read
Forgotten Voices: The Overlooked History of Enslaved People with Disabilities
History on slaves that had disabilities.
Nov 18, 20244 min read
The Philadelphia State Hospital at Byberry
History on the horrid institution that operated for 75 years.
Nov 9, 20244 min read
Leveling Up: The History of Assistive Technology in the Gaming World
A history on assistive technology for gaming.
Nov 9, 20244 min read
Prominent Figures Who Have Autism
A brief overview on some well known people with autism.
Nov 9, 20246 min read
Willowbrook State School: An Institutional Failure
History on the abusive institution that operated for 40 harrowing years.
Oct 21, 20244 min read
Disabilities in Religion: How do Different Religions View Disabilities Then and Now?
An in-depth article about how different religions have viewed disabilities over time.
Oct 21, 202410 min read
Gouverneur Morris and Stephen Hopkins: Two Founding Fathers with disabilities you might not know about
History on Gouverneur Morris and Stephen Hopkins, the two Founding Fathers with disabilities.
Oct 17, 20244 min read
Temple Grandin, a Short Bio
A biography on Dr. Temple Grandin and the innovations she made.
Oct 7, 20243 min read
Rosa’s Law (2010)
A summary of the impactful law that changed outdated federal terminology to "intellectual disability."
Oct 4, 20243 min read
“Ugly Laws” in American Cities
History on the "ugly laws" and why they targeted those with disabilities.
Sep 23, 20242 min read
History of Special Olympics and Adaptive Sports
History on how the Special Olympics started and the impact it has today.
Sep 23, 20244 min read
Historical Depictions of Disability In Art
History of how disability has been depicted in art over time.
Sep 17, 20245 min read
The Section 504 Sit-ins: H.E.W. vs Disability Rights
More on the 1977 sit-in protests following the government's initial failure to implement Section 504.
Sep 16, 20244 min read
Characters with Developmental Disabilities in Literature
A brief article highlighting 3 characters with developmental disabilities in books.
Aug 19, 20245 min read
The Disability Arts Movement
History on the Disability Arts Movement and its importance in society.
Aug 19, 20245 min read
The Kennedys and Disabilities
History about President Kennedy, his sister, Rosemary, and others that contributed to increased disability awareness and research.
Jul 31, 20245 min read
Portrayal of IDD In TV Shows
This article discusses how IDD is depicted in recent TV shows.
Jul 30, 202410 min read
Portrayal of IDD In Movies
This article goes over various movies that depict individuals with developmental disabilities.
Jul 30, 202413 min read
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