Despite all the efforts to increase awareness about Individuals with developmental disabilities, they still battle rampant misperceptions and myths. These negative perceptions encourage stereotypes that are unfair, unfounded, and even cruel. Individuals may even lose opportunities to participate in activities or hold jobs because of the notion that they are unable to fit in or…

Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental condition that can adversely affect a person’s social interactions, communication skills, and behavior. Parents and other caregivers often notice symptoms very early – during the first three years of life – during a child’s early interactions with others. While some children with autism also experience some degree of intellectual…

Individuals with intellectual disabilities tend to process information much more slowly, have trouble understanding the concepts of money and time, and have a hard time expressing their needs, wants, and emotions.  A person with an intellectual disability may have trouble learning to speak, walk, dress, or eat without help. They could also have trouble learning…

Cerebral palsy is a group of disorders that can affect a person’s posture, muscle tone, and movement. It can be caused by damage that occurs during brain development before birth. In many cases, the symptoms and signs of cerebral palsy start during a child’s preschool years or during infancy. Generally, cerebral palsy is associated with…