Disability Benefits, Facts, Statistics, Resources | Publications
Summary: The Disability Benefits, Facts, Statistics, Resources Database at Disabled World (DW) is a comprehensive repository of publications encompassing various aspects of disability information. It includes informative articles, research papers, announcements, and studies covering topics such as disability rights, health disparities, global inclusion strategies, and specific conditions like Spinal Muscular Atrophies and Usher Syndrome. The database also features statistical analyses on disability prevalence, employment rates, and legislative developments affecting the disabled community. Users can search and sort the publications by title, type, publication date, and revision date to access up-to-date and relevant information.
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| Title and Description | Ed | Publish Revised |
|---|---|---|
| Disability in the United States: Key Facts and Overview Key facts on disability in the U.S.: prevalence, legal rights, barriers, and solutions for inclusion, equity, and improved quality of life. | ✓ ✓ | 2 Feb 2025 1 Jun 2025 |
| Disability Often Neglected In Medical School Curricula A call for reform in medical education to address ableism, improve disability training, and ensure equitable, compassionate care for all patients. | ✓ ✓ | 15 Jan 2025 |
| Project 2025: A Potential Reshaping of Disability Rights in America This article focuses on the key points of Project 2025 and its potential impact on the disability community. | ✓ ✓ | 10 Nov 2024 30 Jan 2026 |
| Disability as a Health Disparity Population Group People with disabilities experience unmet medical needs and poorer health outcomes. Recognizing disability as a health disparity group could improve care and reduce costs. | ✓ ✓ | 16 Jun 2024 25 Jan 2026 |
| European Disability and Parking Cards The EESC backs the EU Disability and Parking Cards, enabling 101 million Europeans with disabilities to access cross-border services through mutual recognition. | ✓ ✓ | 14 Dec 2023 25 Jun 2026 |
| Shattering Stereotypes: Prayatna Nepal's Self-Defense Training for Visually Impaired Women Jalasa Sapkota, a writer, researcher and disability rights activist, covers important points on self-defense training for visually impaired women. | 6 Nov 2023 30 Sep 2024 | |
| Positive Reframing Disability Model: Shame to Acceptance Michael Sugarman's framework outlines nonlinear stages people with disabilities face moving from shame and internalized pain to radical self-acceptance. | ✓ ✓ | 4 Aug 2021 13 Feb 2026 |
| U.S. Federal Legislation Prevents Organ Transplant Discrimination Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act prohibits discrimination against individuals based on their disability when seeking an organ transplant. | 24 Dec 2020 8 Oct 2023 | |
| NCPD Disability ID Cards and Mobile App Program The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities introduces digital ID cards and a mobile app to improve access to services and emergency support. | ✓ ✓ | 24 Sep 2020 30 Dec 2025 |
| Obesity, Smoking, Physical Labor May Explain Disability Disparities University of Michigan (U-M) study reveals excess body mass, smoking, and manual labor explain a large proportion of disability disparities in the U.S.. | 1 Sep 2020 19 Sep 2023 | |
| Global Disability Inclusion: From Commitment to Action Global study reveals strategies for corporate disability inclusion, showing 90% see moral value but only 20% have resourced implementation plans. | ✓ ✓ | 8 Jul 2020 25 Jun 2025 |
| Disability ID Cards: How and Where to Obtain One Learn where and how to obtain disability ID cards worldwide. Complete guide covers government programs in US, EU, Canada, Japan and other countries. | ✓ ✓ | 21 May 2019 20 Jul 2025 |
| Disability in South American Countries Basic facts, statistics and information regarding disabilities from South American Countries. | 23 Dec 2017 | |
| Pride in Disability and Self-identifying as Disabled Aids Overall Well-being Study reveals experiencing stigma, severity of disability, and a persons age and income level help determine whether someone considers themselves to be disabled. | 28 Aug 2017 12 May 2018 | |
| New Model to Support Workers with Disabilities New employment model piloted by Aramark people with intellectual and developmental disabilities could have better odds at getting meaningful work and an independent life. | 21 Jul 2017 12 May 2018 | |
| Common Risk Factors Impacting Disability Rate Reducing or eliminating five common risk factors could decrease the prevalence of disability across the United States, according to research led by the University of Michigan. | 7 Apr 2017 24 Jun 2022 | |
| Access Board Guidance on ISA Accessibility Symbol The Access Board explains how use of alternative accessibility symbols impacts ADA and ABA compliance, emphasizing importance of the International Symbol of Accessibility. | ✓ ✓ | 29 Mar 2017 19 Jun 2026 |
| Cyber-victimisation of People with Disabilities Information and research survey regarding online victimisation of people with disabilities. | 4 Feb 2017 26 Feb 2019 | |
| How Prison Solitary Confinement Harms People with Physical Disabilities National report on how solitary confinement harms people with physical disabilities - Wheelchairs, braille materials, hearing aids, and other vital devices often denied in solitary. | ✓ | 13 Jan 2017 6 Feb 2025 |
| Countries Efforts to Address Rights of People with Disabilities UCLA WORLD Policy Analysis Center assesses countries efforts to address rights of people with disabilities. | 4 Dec 2016 20 Apr 2021 | |
| Overcriminalization of People With Disabilities Must Be Addressed Report highlights steps to combat inappropriate and unjust incarceration and criminalization of people with disabilities, and ensure appropriate and humane treatment. | ✓ | 19 Jul 2016 6 Feb 2025 |
| Outlining Need for Accommodations for Prisoners with Disabilities AVID releases Making Hard Time Harder: Programmatic Accommodations for Inmates with Disabilities Under the Americans with Disabilities Act outlining lack of accommodations for inmates with disabilities. | ✓ | 30 Jun 2016 6 Feb 2025 |
| The Fine Line Between Disabled and Abled Article examines the fine line between abled and the reality of the ease of becoming disabled. | ✓ | 27 Jun 2016 7 Feb 2025 |
| Spinal Muscular Atrophies: Signs, Symptoms and Treatments General overview of Spinal Muscular Atrophies, conditions that sap physical strength by affecting motor nerve cells in the spinal cord, and takes away ability to walk, eat, or breathe. | 21 Sep 2015 1 Apr 2018 | |
| Usher Syndrome: Causes, Types and Treatment Options Usher syndrome causes inherited hearing loss and progressive vision loss leading to deaf-blindness. Learn about types, diagnosis, and treatment options. | ✓ ✓ | 18 Sep 2015 18 Feb 2026 |
| Aphantasia: The Inability to Visualize Images Information and studies regarding Aphantasia to find why some people are born with poor or diminished visual imagery ability. | 11 Sep 2015 3 Sep 2020 | |
| Nazis, Sterilization and Deaths of People with Disabilities Forced sterilization in Germany was the precursor to systematic killing of people with forms of mental illnesses and the physically disabled. | ✓ ✓ | 11 Sep 2015 23 Feb 2026 |
| Zero Project: 337 Nominations from 98 Countries The Zero Project nominations demonstrate there is a global movement of practitioners implementing inclusive education helping children with all kinds of disabilities around the world. | 28 Aug 2015 9 Dec 2020 | |
| Can Brits Really be Educated About Disability? Scope reports that around 67% of British people feel so awkward and uncomfortable around disabled people that they avoid any form of contact at all. | 18 Aug 2015 4 Aug 2021 | |
| How Our Ancestors Turned Disability Into Advantage Exploring how ancestral populations adapted to disabilities sheds light on the evolutionary roots of human resilience and social cooperation. | ✓ ✓ | 5 Aug 2015 31 Mar 2025 |
| Experts Discuss Whether Obesity is a Disability Although obesity may not always be a disability by itself, it can lead to health problems that constitute disability. | 29 Jan 2015 11 Sep 2021 | |
| ABLE Act Major Victory for Persons with Disabilities and Their Families Information regarding ABLE accounts that individuals with disabilities and their families should know. | 18 Dec 2014 | |
| Conquer Paralysis Now Challenge : $20M in Grants and Prizes Conquer Paralysis Now (CPN) launches groundbreaking competition to cure paralysis in the next 10 years. | 5 Dec 2014 21 Mar 2020 | |
| Toxic Furniture Flame Retardant Chemicals Found in Americans Urine samples found Americans are contaminated with toxic flame retardants including TCEP that has never before been detected. | ✓ | 12 Nov 2014 4 Feb 2025 |
| Voices of Disability: The World Listens! Young people with intellectual disabilities win backing from United Nations for right to have a voice in decisions about their lives. | 19 Oct 2014 19 Dec 2024 | |
| Zero Project and Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities The mission of the Zero Project is to work for A World Without Barriers in accordance with the principles of the U.N. Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). | 18 Oct 2014 9 Dec 2020 | |
| Promoting Inclusion of People with Disabilities in Refugee and Displacement Settings New research throws spotlight on positive practices and ongoing gaps to meet the needs of 6.7 million displaced people with disabilities. | 3 May 2014 23 Mar 2024 | |
| Understanding Paraplegia and Quadriplegia: Key Facts Comprehensive data on spinal cord injury types, causes, demographics, and outcomes for paraplegia and quadriplegia based on current medical statistics. | ✓ ✓ | 17 May 2013 5 Jan 2026 |
| Disability Accommodation vs Inclusion: Key Differences Explore the critical distinction between workplace accommodations mandated by ADA and true social inclusion for people with disabilities and their communities. | ✓ ✓ | 16 May 2013 19 Jan 2026 |
| Eligibility for Expedited Disability Benefit Hearings Under SSA guidelines expedited disability benefit hearings may be available in several situations. | 23 Apr 2013 13 Aug 2024 | |
| 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome: VCFS and DiGeorge Syndrome Information on 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, including velo-cardio-facial and DiGeorge syndrome causes, common features, diagnosis, and treatment options. | ✓ ✓ | 16 Feb 2013 25 Jun 2026 |
| Noonan Syndrome: Symptoms, Genetics, Information Noonan syndrome is a condition that affects many areas of a person's body. Mildly unusual facial characteristics, heart defects, short stature, skeletal malformations, bleeding issues, and other signs and symptoms characterize the condition. | 20 Jan 2013 11 Sep 2024 | |
| Musculoskeletal Disorders Rank Second in Causing Years Lived with Disability Global Burden of Disease study reveals musculoskeletal diseases are the second greatest cause of disability worldwide. | 20 Dec 2012 8 Jun 2024 | |
| Disability Benefits in Different Countries Provision of disability benefits available varies widely from country to country; here we look at an example from each continent. | 11 Oct 2012 27 Mar 2022 | |
| Psychological and Social Aspects of Disability Psychological intervention can help a person with a disability progress through stages of disability and assist them resolving difficulties experienced. | 14 Aug 2012 30 Jul 2021 | |
| Disability is a Common Experience for Majority of People Many of the factors involved with living in a modern, industrialized society create hazards which find nearly everyone likely to experience a form of disability at some point during their lifetime due to illness, accident, or aging. | 21 Feb 2012 14 Oct 2021 | |
| Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia: Atlastin and Membrane Fusion Study First detailed account of biochemical workings of atlastin a protein produced by one of the genes linked to Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia. | 15 Jul 2011 13 Feb 2022 | |
| Much Different Work Histories for Disability Rejects, Beneficiaries Male disability applicants rejected for federal benefits tend to have lower earnings and labor force participation rates. | 24 May 2011 | |
| Benefits Access for Vulnerable Seniors and Adults With Disabilities Connecting seniors and adults with disabilities to benefits programs is key to helping them live with economic security in their own communities. | ✓ | 9 Mar 2011 19 Dec 2024 |
| Disability Divide: Significant Gap Between Employee Perception and Reality The Disability Divide reveals severe disconnects between what consumers believe about disability and income protection planning and the actual facts about the two issues. | 20 Jan 2011 29 Feb 2024 | |
| Drums and Disabilities Release Groundbreaking Therapy Kit Revolutionary Drum Therapy Kit helps children and adults with disabilities develop cognitive, physical, and social skills at home, school, or therapy. | ✓ ✓ | 10 Nov 2010 3 Jun 2025 |
| Life Disparities for Adults Living with Disability and Their Families Parents of adult children with disabilities have far greater levels of concern about their childs future than parents of adult children without disabilities. | ✓ ✓ | 5 Nov 2010 15 Apr 2025 |
| Illnesses or Injury Increase Odds of Seniors Developing New or Worsening Disability Illnesses and injuries greatly increase chances of older adults developing new or worsening disability. | 2 Nov 2010 24 Sep 2016 | |
| Am I Eligible for Disability Benefits There are different types of disability a person may be able to receive. | 16 Jul 2010 15 Mar 2014 | |
| Disability and Doctor Patient Relationships Information on Social Security disability programs and how they impact on the interaction between doctor physician and patient. | 26 Jun 2010 31 Aug 2024 | |
| Understanding Disability Diversity in Modern Workplaces Explore how disability diversity strengthens businesses and communities through varied perspectives, workplace inclusion, and solutions to employment barriers. | ✓ ✓ | 24 May 2010 19 Jan 2026 |
| Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP): Facts and Information Hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP) a degenerative genetic disorder with stiffness and weakness of leg and hip muscles gait difficulties and issues with walking. | 15 Apr 2010 26 Jun 2017 | |
| Hurler Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment Information regarding Hurler syndrome, a form of rare and inherited disease involving human metabolism. | 6 Apr 2010 28 Jan 2023 | |
| Mobility Related Disability in Middle-aged Americans The proportion of older middle-aged Americans who report disabilities related to mobility increased significantly, in contrast to the disability decline found among Americans ages 65 and over. | 6 Apr 2010 13 Mar 2024 | |
| Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF): Facts and Information Information regarding Pulmonary Fibrosis including causes, symptoms, diagnosing, and IPF treatment options. | 1 Apr 2010 29 Jan 2023 | |
| Canada Ratifies UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Government of Canada has ratified the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. | 16 Mar 2010 13 Mar 2024 | |
| SSA Permanent and Partial Disability Benefits Explained Learn how U.S. Social Security Administration defines Permanent Partial Disability and Temporary Total Disability benefits, eligibility, and application process. | ✓ ✓ | 27 Feb 2010 11 Jan 2026 |
| U.S. National Council on Disability The National Council on Disability (NCD) is an advisory board within the United States Department of Education to guarantee equal opportunity for people with disabilities. | 19 Jan 2010 21 Jul 2010 | |
| Couples Cope Better with Disability and Health Shocks How individuals cope economically with disability and health shocks. | 28 Dec 2009 22 Jun 2013 | |
| Disability Advocates Raise Concerns Over Assisted Suicide Risks Comprehensive disability‑rights analysis warns how assisted‑suicide laws may pressure vulnerable people and highlights the need for stronger care safeguards. | ✓ ✓ | 23 Dec 2009 14 Jun 2025 |
| More Disabilities Today than Previous Generations Individuals between the ages of 60 and 69 exhibited increases in several types of disabilities over time. | 13 Nov 2009 23 Feb 2023 | |
| Coping with Sudden Illness or Disability: A Practical Guide Practical strategies for navigating life after sudden illness or disability, covering emotional adjustment, self-care, stress management, and finding purpose. | ✓ ✓ | 28 Jul 2009 13 Feb 2026 |
| Essential Tips for Newly Disabled People After Injury Practical advice for adapting to sudden disability, covering emotional challenges, workplace rights, energy changes, and navigating support systems. | ✓ ✓ | 28 Jul 2009 13 Feb 2026 |
| Famous Disability Quotes: Ability, Resilience and Hope A curated collection of disability quotes from notable figures, advocates, and everyday individuals on resilience, ability, dignity, and societal inclusion. | ✓ ✓ | 25 Jul 2009 26 Jun 2026 |
| Number of Americans with Arthritis Disability Growing Nearly 48 million Americans have a disability an increase of three million from 1999 and arthritis tops the list of most common causes of disabilities. | 1 May 2009 23 Mar 2024 | |
| Workplace Disability and Aging Health Trends The escalating rate of workplace disabilities is causing businesses and consumers alike to revisit how they handle stress and health issues. | 10 Feb 2009 23 Mar 2024 | |
| Focus on Your Abilities Not Disabilities Most times when people look at others with a disability they only see what they can not do. | 23 Dec 2008 13 Feb 2022 | |
| President Elect Barack Obamas Plan to Empower Persons with Disabilities President Elect Barack Obamas plan to increase access and opportunity for persons with disabilities in America. | 14 Dec 2008 29 Mar 2024 |
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