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It’s long been known that people with disabilities are underrepresented on television, but now a prominent industry service is looking to measure the trend in hopes of prompting more inclusion.

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A test that’s often required for children to receive an autism diagnosis may be unnecessary and eliminating it could make the process faster, easier and cheaper, researchers say.

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Federal rules restrict restraint and seclusion in many psychiatric facilities, hospitals and even prisons, but not in schools where they’re disproportionately used on students with disabilities.

The post The US Regulates How Hospitals Can Use Restraint And Seclusion. Why Not Schools? appeared first on Disability Scoop.

Google is making it easier to find out if places in the community are accessible to people with disabilities, all with the touch of a button.

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A documentary about the first person ever diagnosed with autism is heading to television.

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New research dives into the heated debate surrounding the language of autism and finds that preferences about how to describe those on the spectrum vary substantially depending on who you ask.

The post ‘Autistic’ Or ‘Person With Autism’? It Depends appeared first on Disability Scoop.

Severe staffing shortages in special education and related services mean some students with disabilities are being forced to change schools and others are going without services they’re entitled to.

The post Trouble Staffing Special Education Services Leaves Students With Limited Options appeared first on Disability Scoop.

A year ago, federal officials said they were stepping up efforts to ensure that people paid to care for individuals with disabilities were not being taken advantage of. What they found was problematic.

The post Labor Department Crackdown On Caregiver Industry Uncovers Widespread Violations appeared first on Disability Scoop.

A pair of major health organizations are issuing new guidance to doctors about how to identify children with cerebral palsy and appropriately treat the condition.

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A mom believes taking a generic brand of acetaminophen while pregnant caused autism and ADHD in her child. She’s now suing Walmart in federal court.

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