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 ...

Scientists have identified the genetic basis of a disorder causing intellectual disability, affecting approximately one in 20,000 young people. The disorder is characterized by symptoms including ...

Intellectual disabilities affect a child’s ability to learn and function at levels considered typical for their age. Learning disabilities affect a child’s ability to master specific skills, like ...

A new companion to the GSA KAER Toolkit for Brain Health helps clinicians and caregivers promote brain health, detect cognitive changes early, and support adults with intellectual and developmental ...

The Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office has an unusual unit at its office: A team dedicated to working with ...

A recent report finds that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Pa. continue to encounter significant barriers to basic health care — from inaccessible facilities and poorly ...

This is the third in a three-part series by the NH Bulletin on New Hampshire’s intellectual and developmental disability care ...

State records show 119 people died in New Hampshire’s intellectual and developmental disability system from January 2023 through the first six months of 2025. Of those deaths, at least 22 were ...

The sheriff's office said they found a missing man who was described as "intellectually disabled." He was located safely, ...