Some basic ideas and strategies for teaching reading to adults with intellectual disabilities who are at the emergent level. Dr. Andy Johnson, Reading Speci...
By choosing activities that are enjoyable, challenging, and engaging, adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities can lead fulfilling lives.
As it turns out, individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID) benefit from the same teaching tactics used to teach people with other learning challenges
Time spent on unstructured socialization targets are just as important as all the other tasks for our patients with intellectual disabilities.
Intellectual disabilities grapple with about 8% of the US population, according to an NCBI finding. Lack of intellectual curiosity, or of power to question or reason or take interest in exploring is a big elephant that needs addressing. Usually, people are judged on the basis of their academic performance, communication skills, etc. It cuts off ... Read more
“My mama always said, ‘Life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.’” Sounds familiar? Yes, that’s the famous line from the award-winning movie, “Forrest Gump.” Is it 23 years ago already when it hit the theaters? Along with remarkable quotes we can still remember to today was Tom […]
Special education expert, Hendrix Brakefield, gives his best tips for teaching life skills education to adults with intellectual disabilities.
Jobs for people with intellectual disabilities are not some mythical thing that doesn't exist. Disability is one thing, but...
This free course guiding key principles for supporting individuals with disabilities and mental illness, as well as communities involved in the care process.
Here are 10 great board games for adults with intellectual disabilities that you might love playing with your loved one the next time you're together.
A major U.S. airline is taking steps to improve travel for people with intellectual disabilities while also eyeing other ways to beef up inclusion.
Over break, I received this message from a middle school student: Hi! I was wondering if you had any advice for me. I’m still in middle school, and there are a lot of kids who call things autistic or make fun of kids with Down syndrome. It is NOT okay, and I wanted to know... {Read the post}
There are seven common types of Intellectual Disabilities (ID) diagnosed among children today. This may mean a child has difficulty communicating, learning, or remembering information. With that in mind, let's explore what you need to know about each of these intellectual disabilities... What it is? What are the causes? Common questions and answers And MORE...
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