Individuals with intellectual disabilities were far less likely to undergo colorectal cancer screening and additional ...

University of Iowa professors are using fruit flies to identify what genes cause intellectual disability, a common and often ...

People with intellectual disabilities, such as those with Down syndrome or fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, have historically had shorter life expectancies than the general population, but data from a ...

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 ...

A new study is among the first to estimate the number of adults in the U.S. with intellectual disability, offering policymakers and other stakeholders a snapshot of the need for resources. Just shy of ...

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 ...

A Laredo learning center for people with intellectual disabilities gave its students the spotlight on Friday, March 27.

On Friday, March 27, Special Olympics Nevada (SONV) hosted its annual Las Vegas Strip Law Enforcement Torch Run to support individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Imagine needing to save for a major expense — like a car or rental security deposit — but you’re not allowed to keep more ...

The 2026 Central Maine Basketball Tournament brought together 200 athletes with and without intellectual disabilities for a day of competition, teamwork, and fun.

Echoing the 'Before We Die' advocacy group, TD said: 'Parents have no idea of what will happen to their son or daughter after ...

This essay is a Cover Story selection, a weekly feature highlighting the top picks from the editors of America Media. When I visit St. Thérèse of Lisieux Church in Cresskill, N.J., in April, people ...