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The Premier Source for Developmental Disability News
The Premier Source for Developmental Disability News
A federal judge has tossed a lawsuit out of court filed by the U.S. Department of Justice alleging that children with disabilities were being unlawfully warehoused in nursing homes.
Raising a child with autism may take a deeper toll than previously thought with new research suggesting that such moms face a heightened risk of heart disease.
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In an effort to get more accessible vehicles on the road, the popular ride-sharing service is offering financial incentives to drivers.
Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton is making her pitch to people with disabilities, bringing attention to a sizable demographic that's often overlooked on the campaign trail.
Vocational rehabilitation is supposed to help people with disabilities become independent, but federal data indicates over 800,000 deemed eligible for such services received no assistance.
As the debut of ABC's "Speechless" brings cerebral palsy to the forefront, those behind the show are looking to help people directly affected by the developmental disability.
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When those with disabilities can't find accessible housing, they can end up homeless or living in housing projects that are far away from their communities, advocates say.
Passionate parents and nonprofits are taking matters into their own hands rather than waiting for cash-strapped communities and school districts to make playgrounds ADA compliant.
Efforts to promote self-advocacy among people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are getting a major boost with the creation of a first-ever national resource center.
An ambitious effort to collect genetic information from thousands with autism could yield big answers about the disorder. That is, if researchers can attract enough participants.
A long-running disagreement over special education funding is coming to a close.
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A new study looking at the prevalence of Down syndrome over the last 60 years finds that the condition may be far less common than previously thought.
Over a decade ago, one state arbitrarily decided what percentage of students should get special education — 8.5 percent — and since then strict audits have forced districts to comply.
Oftentimes, colleges shy away from accommodating the unique needs of students on the spectrum, but that is starting to change.
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