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The former head of the National Down Syndrome Society is facing questions about her time leading the organization as she seeks a U.S. House seat largely based on her record with the group.
A Democratic candidate for president is apologizing for laughing and praising a man who described President Donald Trump's actions as "mentally retarded."
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The family of an 8-year-old girl with Down syndrome wants action after she returned home from the first day of classes with six bite marks on her face, arms and legs.
Researchers are looking to determine if virtual reality can help teach people with autism how to respond to law enforcement officers, potentially saving lives.
A first-of-its-kind training program aims to provide career opportunities to people with disabilities while also addressing the shortage of direct support professionals.
Nearly a decade after Congress first considered restrictions on the use of restraint and seclusion in schools, a new report finds that rules continue to vary significantly from state to state.
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A new drama headed to prime-time television this month prominently features a character with Down syndrome.
At least a dozen states have adopted laws encouraging supported decision-making, which — unlike guardianship — allows people with disabilities to make decisions for themselves.
Dental school students will soon be required to learn how to care for patients with disabilities under new guidelines from an accrediting body.
With a new shoe built from the ground up to be accessible for people with disabilities, Nike is working with a major professional athlete to prove that inclusive styles are meant for everyone.
Realizing that there were no university programs for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities anywhere near her home, one mother set out to establish one.
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New research suggests that the prevalence of autism is on the rise and it's growing at a significantly faster clip among certain groups of kids.
Virtual tours and virtual social interactions are giving kids with disabilities a chance to practice life skills in safe spaces before they experience the real thing.
Federal officials are working to further clarify how they will determine if living arrangements for people with disabilities are considered community-based versus institutional.
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