Using intelligence tests for special-ed placement: Why do so many schools rely on an outdated tool?
The damage done can be difficult to reverse.
Source: slate.com
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How 2 Families Faced a Catastrophic Birth Defect - The New York Times
Cases of trisomy 18 may rise as many states restrict abortion. But some women choose to have the babies, love them tenderly and care for them devotedly.
Source: nytimes.com
Researchers identify new potential target for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease
Researchers at the University of Leeds and Lancaster University in the UK have identified a new potential target for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease – PDE4B.
Source: news-medical.net
A New Leaf calls on State Capitol to boost resources for developmental disabilities
Local Green Country organization, a New Leaf, travels to Oklahoma's state capitol to raise awareness about developmental disabilities on Developmental Disabilit
United States Maranda Figuera National Developmental Disability Awareness Day National Developmental Disability Awareness Month Local Green Country New Leaf
Source: ktul.com
"Hear my daughter's voice through me": Disability advocates plea state avoid program cuts
A vulnerable population in New York could soon be in jeopardy, individuals living with developmental disabilities and seniors with physical...
New York United States Jocelyn Arndt Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program Consumer Directed New York State
Source: cbs6albany.com
Push for change: Illinois bill proposes mandatory mental health days in universities
Mental health disorders among college students is rising, with over half meeting the criteria for at least one mental health diagnosis.Mental health experts say
Source: foxillinois.com
States agreed to share foundational support costs. So why the backlash against NDIS reforms now?
If states and territories agreed to share the cost of foundational supports in December, why are they baulking now?
National Cabinet National Disability Insurance Scheme United Nations Convention University Of Melbourne December National Cabinet Disability Coverage
Source: theconversation.com
Government goes into damage control on disability funding - but restrictions to allowances still stand
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he still has confidence in Disability Issues Minister Penny Simmonds, despite saying she had not handled changes to...
Chris Hipkins Nicola Willis Christopher Luxon Ministry For Disabled People Prime Minister Christopher Luxon Disability Issues Minister Penny Simmonds
Source: nzherald.co.nz
Multiple Social Disadvantages Worsen Kids' Rheumatic Disease
Two recent studies revealed the compounding effects of negative social determinants of health on worse disease presentation and activity over time.
United States Ohio State University Stacyp Ardoin William Daniel Soulsby Joycec Chang Rheumatology Research Alliance
Source: medscape.com