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Learn more about our #research from families involved in our feature story.

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At the Life Span Institute, we're leading the long-running nationwide #FragileX study that has for 20 years focused on family experiences and child development. Link in comments

#FXS #ChildHealth #Neurodevelopment

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@KUCDisabilities To learn more about Technology First and how it is in use by 40 states across the nation, visit https://t.co/HF4SMdjUF8

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Research on Technology First from @KUCDisabilities is featured in the new President's Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities Report. The initiative focuses on using technology to help people live independent and productive lives. (🔗 in comments 👇)

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An @AddictionKU study found that people are less likely to consume cannabis if they have an upcoming activity and would reduce use the most for job interviews and caring for children. Read more about this @UnivOfKansas @BrownUniversity research.

https://t.co/BRPN3L5q4c

[Life Span Institute @kulifespan]

Looking for the latest evidence-based strategies for supporting students with #IntellectualDisabilities? This resource features insights from @KUCDisabilities professionals and individuals with lived experience. #InclusiveEd #EdResearch

🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/OuEM24UEsX

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Appetizers, a silent auction and red carpet photos too! Learn more and get tickets at https://t.co/JkhxQVFdJ4

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Stop by the Lied Center at KU for the ARC of Douglas County Film Festival at 3-6 p.m. Nov. 9 with independent films celebrating the lives of people with intellectual and developmental #disabilities. Link below 👇

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Happy 60th year @JuniperGrdensKU!!! Help us celebrate and learn more about its legacy of improving the #science of #ChildDevelopment and #education at the Garden Party at 3-7 p.m. Nov. 7 in #KansasCity. Open to the community!

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Great reminder for #ElectionDay!

[The Arc of the United States @TheArcUS]

Everyone has the right to an accessible polling place!
✔️ You can bring someone to help you vote.
✔️ You can ask a poll worker for help using the accessible voting machines.
If you think your rights have been violated, call the Election Protection Hotline: [phone].

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@ResearchAtKU Deadline for proposals is Nov. 15. Details: https://t.co/kLhlLlGngc

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📣 Attention #Researchers! The @ResearchAtKU is accepting proposals for the Racial Equity Research Award. Interested? Make sure to attend the Grant Writing Workshop at 12:30 p.m. today. Register at link below 👇

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@KUCDisabilities Find info and resources: https://t.co/oBzOPoMQIi

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Indigenous Americans with disabilities face increased barriers to support. That's why @KUCDisabilities has partnered with Tribal communities to understand the journey of families living with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NAHM

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Did you know voters with #Disabilities have the right to necessary accommodations? @DRCKansas explains your #Accessability rights for the Nov. 5 #Elections.https://t.co/xSKnddhBCK

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In #Kansas, 4,500 of people with #IntellectualDisabilities are waiting for services. Evan Dean, of @KUCDisabilities, told state legislators that more than half are in fair or poor health.

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While autumn officially began in September, it doesn't feel like the season starts in #Kansas until we reach for our jackets and sweaters. The leaves seem to agree. 🍂 🍃🍂 Happy fall!

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@GoHealio Read the article: https://t.co/xfafATkLXH

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Our researchers found increasing rates of reported #ChronicIllness from 18% in 2018 to more than 30% in 2022. Researcher Jean Hall spoke with @GoHealio about the survey, #longCovid and related health disparities. Link below 👇

#InvisibleDisabilitiesWeek

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Of the $80.6 billion in federal funding for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, only 1/10 of a percent (0.1%) goes to supported employment, @KUCDisabilities research finds.

Learn more: https://t.co/zz2UvcABlg

#DEAM #DisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth #IDD