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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.
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A summary of the impactful law that changed outdated federal terminology to "intellectual disability."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
The History of Savant syndrome
History and overview about Savant syndrome.
Jul 22, 20244 min read
The History and Complexity of ADHD
A brief history on ADHD and some discussion regarding its status as a disability.
Jul 17, 20246 min read
Perception and Beliefs on Disabilities through The Years
History on how disabilities and developmental disabilities have been perceived and treated over time.
Jul 15, 202411 min read
Rett, Zoghbi, and the History of Rett syndrome
The History of Rett syndrome and how Rett discovered the condition with Zoghbi making advancements later on.
Jul 1, 20245 min read
The History of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
History on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and how Smith and Jones confirmed this condition through their work.
Jul 1, 20244 min read
The History of Tourette syndrome
History of Tourette syndrome and how it was discovered by George Gilles De La Tourette.
Jun 29, 20245 min read
Martin, Bell, and the History of Fragile X syndrome
History on Fragile X syndrome and how it was discovered by Martin and Bell.
Jun 29, 20244 min read
The History of Prader-Willi syndrome
History of Prader-Willi syndrome and how it was ultimately discovered by Prader, Labhart, and Willi.
Jun 29, 20245 min read
Assistive Technology Act of 1988
History on the Technology Act of 1988 and its significance.
Jun 17, 20244 min read
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