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Disability Rights/Identity/Cultural platform . #actuallyautistic #neurodivergent #disability #socialmodelofdisability https://t.co/7QRwP7xJq9
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Joined August 2013
Jason P Harris Hidden Disabilities: http://t.co/6AF94tdZjO via @YouTube.
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RT @allwheelsup: “Plans are moving forward to allow people with disabilities to remain in their wheelchairs when they travel on commercial….
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the authors assert that social determinants of mental health are factors that Neglect…. Source: Mad In America Neglecting social determinants can exacerbate systemic issues, leading to increased mental health problems and making recovery more difficult.
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In a 2024 forum headed by James K. Kirkbride of University College London, the authors assert that social determinants of mental health are factors that Neglecting social determinants can exacerbate...
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UVA co-leads $2.9 million NIH investigation i | EurekAlert! UVA co-leads $2.9 million NIH investigation into where systems may fail people with disabilities
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Mental health impacts overall health in older adults - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network
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Dr. Ali Abbas Asghar-Ali talks about how to better understand the symptoms older adults with mental health concerns may have.
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US Supreme Court tosses intellectual disability ruling on death row inmateU.S. Supreme Court threw out on Monday a judicial decision that had spared a man convicted of murder in Alabama from execution because he was found to be intellectually disabled.
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Justice Department Settles With Cubs Over Alleged ADA Violations. agreement settles two-year-old lawsuit alleging that the $1 billion renovation of one of the most famous venues in baseball relegated fans with disabilities to worst seats in the house.
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The agreement settles a two-year-old lawsuit alleging that the $1 billion renovation of one of the most famous venues in baseball relegated fans with disabilities to the worst seats in the house.
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This College Is Launching Academy For Adults With Autism - Di ISELIN, N.J. — Brookdale Community College developing a program that will equip adults who are on the autism spectrum with a variety of life skills, from meal preparation to financial literacy.
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The program is meant to fill a gap in services for individuals on the spectrum who are no longer eligible to receive public school-provided support.
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Delta Seeks Approval For Seats To Accommodate Wheelchairs In Flight - Disability Scoop
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Plans are moving forward to allow people with disabilities to remain in their wheelchairs when they travel on commercial aircraft.
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DSP Wages Up, But Disability Providers Still Struggling To Maintain Services - Disability Scoop
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Hourly pay is on the rise for direct support professionals, but advocates say that doesn't appear to be enough to forestall the barriers facing people with developmental disabilities seeking services.
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UVA Partners in NIH Study to Identify Failures in Systems for People with Disabilities | Disabled World
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UVA researcher partners on NIH study to help the nation discuss, and better address, the concept of structural ableism and where it may result in healthcare disparities.
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Advocacy on Behalf of Parents with Disabilities: The Americans with Disabilities Act and State Child Welfare Systems
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Of the estimated 4.5 million American parents with disabilities, those who experience intervention by state child welfare agencies are faced with a threat to their very right to parent and maintain...
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OCD is often misunderstood. This is what it’s really like : NPR This is what it’s really like to have OCD, according to 4 people living with
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OCD is often misunderstood. Here’s what it’s like, from people who live with it.
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RT @GHMansfield: Disabled Workers Deserve More Than Subminimum Wage | by @KeelyCatWells.Source: TIME
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It's time to end a federal law that confines Disabled people to a lifetime of poverty and segregation
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Parents With Disabilities Have Faced Discrimination for Years in the US, but New Rules Will Help Ensure That Child Welfare Systems Treat Them More Fairly - The Good Men Project
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I’m a social work policy researcher who has studied policies affecting parents with disabilities since 2007.
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Work Advice: How far should I go to accommodate a neurodivergent colleague? It’s important to start by asking them what would help them succeed. The results may surprise you.
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When accommodating neurodivergent colleagues, start by asking them what would help them succeed. The results may surprise you.
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Section 14c Lets Disabled Workers Earn Subminimum Wage | TIME
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It's time to end a federal law that confines Disabled people to a lifetime of poverty and segregation
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Hyperfocus of ADHD and autism can be real assets for elite athletes - The Washington Post The hyperfocus on tasks that is common with ADHD and autism is a real asset when it comes to sports.
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The hyperfocus of ADHD and autism that make sitting in a classroom or social interactions difficult can be a huge asset for elite athletes.
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“Many #adultautistics bemoan being called ‘high functioning.’ I feel the phrase dismisses our lived experiences and our varying levels of functioning.” — Jackie Schuld
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Many adult autistics bemoan being called “high functioning.” I feel the phrase dismisses our lived experiences and our varying levels of…
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Optimizing Dental Care for Adults With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: Challenges, Strategies, and Preventative Approaches | Cureus
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Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) often face numerous barriers to dental care, leading to higher rates of untreated caries and periodontal disease. This editoria...
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“So why is society so intent on imposing binaries on how #autistic people are understood and represented? Why does it fail to acknowledge the complexity and nuance of my life and the lives of other autistic people?” — Jae L
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Learning to do without support isn’t the same as not needing it
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