Disability Issues

Some behavioral traits caused by a person's medical condition can be interpreted as combative by law enforcement officers. For this reason, registries for individuals with disabilities, also known as special needs registries, are becoming increasingly available across the United States.

Imagine not being able to marry or even live with the person you love. The recently released documentary Patrice: The Movie, now available on Hulu, addresses this emotionally challenging conundrum.

In a new report, an independent committee outlines recommended strategies for improving community integration for the more than 7 million people in the U.S. with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Providing reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities is one key element in creating a more inclusive work environment.

A new GAO report found that parents of children with disabilities experience many barriers to finding child care that meets their needs.

Every day, people with disabilities must navigate airports, airplanes, and related forms of conveyance. To ensure they receive fair and equal treatment when traveling by air, Congress passed the Air Carrier Access Act in 1986.

Understanding the types of disabled parking permits available, the process for obtaining them, and where they can be used is necessary for those who require these accommodations.

By law, public schools in the United States must provide services and support for students with special needs. However, some families find that an alternative to public schooling, known as microschools, better suits their specific needs.

Some for-profit companies are preying on people with disabilities and veterans applying for government benefits. These entities exploit the complexities of the benefits system, often leaving vulnerable people at a disadvantage.