“Plans are moving forward to allow people with disabilities to remain in their wheelchairs when they travel on commercial aircraft.“ - Shaun Heasley of Disability Scoop. Full article at the link below!!
https://t.co/uhd2AhXB5g
#FlyInclusive#AllWheelsUp#AccessiblityMatters
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. https://t.co/1wtsoBOCa8
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 https://t.co/K9XL1V1tys
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. https://t.co/fmGyZLoHjm
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. https://t.co/rYu7iMYItM
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. https://t.co/VnXeTkLLC0
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 https://t.co/OqgFpF53kM
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 https://t.co/IpXvKiXnU2
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. https://t.co/5kVEgPVBsg
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. https://t.co/JlUzRtpjs7
“Many #adultautistics bemoan being called ‘high functioning.’ I feel the phrase dismisses our lived experiences and our varying levels of functioning.” — Jackie Schuld https://t.co/nFQfT0U2qF
Optimizing Dental Care for Adults With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: Challenges, Strategies, and Preventative Approaches | Cureus https://t.co/uwUx9F0rlR
“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 https://t.co/Qpx2Tj39et