When your child grows up, they may be able to work a job that complements their level of ID, live independently, and support themselves. Support services are available to help adults with ID live ...

Intellectual disability is a disorder marked by below-average intellectual function and a lack of skills necessary for independent daily living. The condition begins in the developmental period. The ...

Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as autism and Down syndrome, experience substantially higher rates of anxiety and depression than the general population of adults, ...

Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as autism and Down syndrome, experience substantially higher ...

A smartphone app significantly reduced depressive symptoms and improved self-esteem and quality of life in individuals with intellectual disabilities. The study addressed a research gap, highlighting ...

Use of a self-help smartphone application over 4 weeks in addition to usual care was associated with alleviated depressive symptoms, improved quality of life, and enhanced self-esteem vs usual care ...

NEWS. THE LATEST NUMBERS FROM THE CDC FINDS AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ARE ON THE RISE. A DOCTOR WHO SPECIALIZES IN THIS FIELD SAYS THOSE PATIENTS FACE A SERIOUS GAP IN HEALTH CARE SERVICES ...

Intellectual disability was observed to be much more likely in alcohol-related problems during pregnancy, where the risk was five and three times higher depending on whether it was the mother or ...