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Summary: Disabled World's collection of information on intellectual disability offers a wide array of articles and papers covering topics such as understanding different levels of cognitive impairment, exploring causes and risk factors, discussing diagnostic processes, and outlining various support services and therapies. These publications delve into the everyday challenges faced by individuals with intellectual disabilities, including communication difficulties, learning differences, and social integration, while also providing insights into fostering independence and promoting well-being. The information aims to be a valuable resource for individuals with disabilities, their families, caregivers, seniors, and professionals seeking a greater understanding of intellectual disability and practical guidance on related issues.

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Cognitive Disability: Information on Intellectual Disability: Publications and Resources (84 Items)
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Teen Cognitive Health: Correlation with Early Stroke Risk
After adjusting for diabetes and restricting the age of first stroke to 40, the associations remained significant.
28 Jun 2024
12 Jul 2024
Genetic Cause of An Intellectual Disability Identified in RNU4-2 Gene
Researchers have discovered a neurodevelopmental disorder linked to mutations in a single gene (RNU4-2), impacting tens of thousands of individuals globally.
2 Jun 2024
Media Misconstrues Frontotemporal Degeneration in Coverage of Bruce Willis
New paper shows a great deal of media coverage of the actor Bruce Willis' condition, frontotemporal degeneration, was inaccurate, revealing the public's limited knowledge of the disease.
1 Dec 2023
2 Dec 2023
NIHTB-CB Measures Cognitive Change in Intellectual Disability
Research reveals NIH Toolbox Cognition Battery (NIHTB-CB) sensitive to developmental changes in children, teens and young adults.
5 Dec 2022
28 Sep 2023
CAPRIN1 Gene Mutation Causes ADHD, ASD, Myasthenia, Language Impairment
Studies reveal insufficient production of protein CAPRIN1 in the brain can lead to impairments, including ASD, ADHD, language disorders, and myasthenia.
22 Sep 2022
28 Jun 2023
Dehydration Study Reveals Cognition Sputter as We Get Parched
Research data papers on dehydration and cognitive ability showed functions like attention, coordination and complex problem solving suffering the most, and activities like reacting quickly when prompted not diminishing much.
19 Jul 2018
What if You Could Know Your Mild Cognitive Impairment Would Not Progress?
Researchers found in some mild cognitive impairment patients, real neuropsychological stability over a decade is possible and long-term stability could be predicted based on neuropsychological tests.
26 Apr 2018
Study: Anxiety Can Help People Remember Event Details
University of Waterloo study finds manageable anxiety levels can improve memory recall, but too much anxiety may distort memories with negative associations.

28 Feb 2018
19 Feb 2026
Personality Changes During Transition to Mild Cognitive Impairment
Researchers conclude personality changes, which can lead to changes in behavior, occur early on during the development of Alzheimer's disease.
23 Jan 2018
Oversimplifying Causes of Mental Illness Beliefs May Hinder Social Acceptance
Findings suggest beliefs about causes of mental illness could be addressed in public campaigns and by policymakers in different and more beneficial ways.
10 Jan 2018
Visual Intelligence vs IQ: Insights from Novel Object Test
Study reveals visual recognition skills differ from general intelligence, showing distinct cognitive processing that may affect how people perceive visual tasks.

12 Nov 2017
15 Jan 2026
Behavioral Issues in Lower-income Children Raised in Counties with High Upward Mobility
Study reveals children who grow up in urban counties with high upward mobility exhibit fewer behavioral problems and perform better on cognitive tests.
17 Aug 2017
7 Feb 2020
Deaf Children and Cognitive Development
Investigating whether early exposure to sign language can forestall cognitive issues in deaf children.
13 Feb 2016
24 Jan 2018
Cutting Challenging Behaviour by 60% - New Support Model for People with Learning Disabilities
Randomised controlled trial shows new approach to support for people with learning disabilities has achieved remarkable results.
26 Jan 2016
24 Feb 2016
Infertility Treatments: No Risk of Developmental Delays in Children
NIH researchers find no risk by age 7 from in vitro fertilization or other widespread treatments.
5 Jan 2016
24 Nov 2020
inTime Rhythm Based Music Therapy Helps Kids with Learning Disabilities
Efficacy of inTime a novel intervention of rhythm-based music listening therapy to help children overcome learning disabilities.
14 Aug 2015
30 Apr 2018
Insight into Intellectual Disabilities in the 21st Century
Insight into Intellectual Disabilities in the 21st Century reveals a nation in the midst of change.
25 Jul 2015
12 Sep 2020
Special Education: Advocating & Otherwise Abled
Excerpts from a self-published handbook used with the parents advocated for in the special education process.
31 Mar 2015
Overcoming the Shame of My Learning Disability
Despite trying hard to read and write, 6 year old Leana Greene found it continually difficult to spell words and process letters and later found out she had dyslexia.
20 Mar 2015
30 Sep 2020
The Neurophysiology of Stuttering
New studies provide insight into treatment of stuttering and understanding its physiological basis.

24 Feb 2015
31 Jan 2026
Report: Detecting, and Diagnosing Cognitive Impairment
Increased detection of cognitive impairment is essential for earlier diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease and related dementia.
9 Feb 2015
19 Sep 2023
Fragile X Syndrome: Genetic Clues Found
Researchers gain new insight into fragile X syndrome, the most common cause of inherited intellectual disability.
21 Jan 2015
13 Jul 2022
Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis and Cognitive Disability Link
Study results reveal importance of identifying early stage atherosclerosis to help preserve heart, cognition and brain health.
25 Nov 2014
Statins Reverse Learning Disability Caused by Genetic Disorder
UCLA neuroscientists discover statins reverse learning deficits caused by mutation linked to common genetic cause of learning disabilities.
16 Nov 2014
15 Oct 2021
Having Mild Cognitive Impairment Anxiety Can Accelerate Conversion to Alzheimer's
Study shows people with mild cognitive impairment at risk of converting to Alzheimers disease within a few years, risk increases significantly if they suffer from anxiety.
13 Nov 2014
25 Nov 2020
Neighborhood Walkability Can Slow Cognitive Decline
Study shows neighborhoods that motivate walking can stave off cognitive decline in older adults.
7 Nov 2014
Are Genetics to Blame for Intellectual Disability
Scientists join forces to unlock an untapped source of genetic information to better understand and treat children with Intellectual Disability.
22 Oct 2014
12 Aug 2022
Serious Mental Illnesses and The Criminal Justice System
Report responding to the large number of people with serious mental illnesses in the criminal justice system requires more than mental health services.
14 Oct 2014
10 Dec 2020
Aging with Intellectual Disability - Health and Challenges
IDS-TILDA study from Trinity College Dublin reveals dementia rates nearly doubled in people with Down syndrome and unique health risks of aging with an ID.

30 Sep 2014
26 Feb 2026
Physical Fitness Results in Better Language Skills in Children
Researchers report children who are physically fit have faster and more robust neuro-electrical brain responses during reading than their less-fit peers.
6 Jun 2014
3 Nov 2014
Mental Illness: Churches Are in the Dark
Churches must address mental illness with compassion, education, and practical support, moving beyond stigma to create inclusive, supportive faith communities.

12 May 2014
23 May 2025
Childhood Trauma and Women's Health in Prison
Strong likelihood that link between childhood trauma and adult physical and mental health issues greatly more pronounced among female offenders.
29 Apr 2014
6 Feb 2025
Is Special Needs Evaluation Needed for Your Child Survey Results
Parents magazine study reveals one in four moms wonder whether a special needs evaluation is needed for their child.
11 Mar 2014
2 Feb 2021
Recent Developments in Speech Language Disability
Information regarding speech-language disabilities including dyslexia, articulation, and executive functioning abilities.
9 Sep 2013
29 Aug 2021
People with Intellectual Disabilities and the Prison System
Article examines persons with cognitive disabilities as victims or offenders of crime occurring more often than people who do not experience forms of disabilities.
2 Aug 2013
6 Feb 2025
10% of Children Affected by Specific Learning Disabilities
Study shows learning disabilities affect up to 10 percent of children and co-occur at higher than expected rates.
26 Apr 2013
2 May 2021
The Challenges of Securing Disability Benefits
For adults with intellectual and related developmental disabilities securing benefits they are entitled to can be challenging.
18 Dec 2012
4 Jan 2022
Humans Losing Intellectual and Emotional Abilities
Humans are losing intellectual and emotional abilities due to human intelligence and behavior requiring optimal functioning of a large number of genes, which requires enormous evolutionary pressures to maintain.
12 Nov 2012
16 Mar 2022
Children with Dyspraxia in America
Information and resources regarding dyspraxia in children in the US Developmental dyspraxia involves an immaturity of the organization of a persons movement.
5 Sep 2012
9 Feb 2022
Gait Changes and Cognitive Disability
Gait disturbances like slowing of walking pace or more variable stride may indicate decline in cognitive function.
15 Jul 2012
8 Apr 2024
New Type of Intellectual Disability Found
Gene for new form of intellectual disability and how it likely affects cognitive development by disrupting neuron functioning.
28 Apr 2012
Intellectual Disability Tied to Father Being Older at Conception
Chromosomal abnormalities linked to intellectual disability can be traced back to an older father when the child is conceived.
13 Oct 2011
20 Jun 2022
Nab2/ZC3H14 Protein and Inherited Intellectual Disability
Mutation in the ZC3H14 gene showed up in two independent family trees affected by intellectual disability.
5 Jul 2011
12 Aug 2022
America Neglecting Intellectual and Developmental Disabled
Arc's Families and Individual Needs for Disability Support (FINDS) survey shows economic strain has hurt all Americans, the 7 million living with I/DD and their families are among the hardest hit, with access to needed services drastically reduced.
15 Jun 2011
6 Mar 2022
Cognitive Impairment in Preschool Children with Epilepsy
Cognitive impairment is evident early on in preschool children with epilepsy consistent with results of similar studies in older children.
2 Jun 2011
Cognitive Decline Incidence Higher in Southern Stroke Belt
Shared risk factors for stroke mortality and impaired brain function seen in Southern US population.
26 May 2011
Changing Lives: Learning Disabilities Worldwide
Learning Disabilities Worldwide has positioned itself to ensure that the promise of No Child Left Behind becomes a reality.
17 May 2011
1 Apr 2022
Intellectual Disability Gene Discovered
New gene connected with a type of intellectual disability called Joubert syndrome discovered.
13 May 2011
12 Aug 2022
Screening Test for Cognitive Therapy
The essential finding of this study is that that activity in the brain's cortical emotion regulatory systems is strongly related to pupil size when people are viewing emotion-laden words.
18 Apr 2011
20 Apr 2022
Planning Steps for Parents of Special Needs Children
Autism disorder affects one in 36 children in the United States with boys being four times more likely than girls to be diagnosed.
23 Mar 2011
4 Feb 2024
Hypochondriasis: Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Internet-based cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is an effective treatment for people with hypochondriasis.
3 Mar 2011
6 Sep 2024
Brain Function Linked to Birth Size
Evidence links brain function variations between the left and right sides of the brain to size at birth and the weight of the placenta.
19 Feb 2011
30 May 2022
Dyscalculia: The Learning Disability That Makes Math Challenging
Developmental dyscalculia is a brain-based learning disability affecting math skills in about 5-6% of school children. Learn about causes, strategies, and support.

15 Feb 2011
29 Dec 2025
Language-based Learning Disability
Information regarding language-based learning disabilities that involve age-appropriate spelling writing and or reading issues.
11 Jan 2011
10 May 2021
Power Stuttering Center Offers Up-to-Date Information About Stuttering
The Kings Speech is a movie many consider to be a front-runner to sweep the Oscars this year.
28 Dec 2010
Widening Perceptions of Reading and Writing Difficulties
Learning to read and write can be disrupted in various ways leading to disorders known as dyslexia and dysgraphia.
8 Dec 2010
13 Jun 2016
Dyscalculia Screener to Reveal Extent of Hidden Disability in Adults
An estimated 3 to 6 percent of adults could have the hidden disability dyscalculia which affects fundamental ability to acquire arithmetical skills.
29 Nov 2010
Proposed Disability Rule for People with Mental Disorders - US Social Security
Social Security announced it will publish a notice clarifying part of the recently proposed Revised Medical Criteria for Evaluating Mental Disorders.
21 Nov 2010
New Tool May be Useful for Detecting Cognitive Impairment
Cognitive assessment tool appears potentially useful for identifying problems in thinking learning and memory among older adults.
8 Nov 2010
Wellness Visits to Include Detection of Cognitive Impairment
Inclusion of detection of cognitive impairment as a part of the Annual Wellness Visit.
7 Nov 2010
Creating New Opportunities for Fulfilling Lives for Persons with Learning and Developmental Disabilities
International Association for Life Quality Reshapes Industry to Create New Opportunities for Fulfilling Lives for Persons with Learning and Developmental Disabilities.
2 Nov 2010
Registry Accelerates Fragile X Syndrome Research
The new registry is expected to develop shared research registries for other neurodevelopmental disorders such as Down syndrome.
6 Oct 2010
13 Jul 2022
Supports Intensity Scale Effective for Identifying Intellectual Disability Needs
Supports Intensity Scale (SIS) assessment tool can effectively predict funding for people with intellectual disability based on individual needs.
26 Sep 2010
Medications May Cause Long Term Cognitive Impairment
Drugs for common medical conditions including insomnia allergies or incontinence may cause long term cognitive impairment.
13 Jul 2010
Physical Activity in Teenagers Reduces Cognitive Impairment Risk in Later Years
Teenage physical activity reduces risk of cognitive impairment in later life.
30 Jun 2010
New Strategy may Improve Cognition
Findings could lead to new drugs to enhance cognition in patients and healthy individuals.
30 Jun 2010
Learning With Disabilities - A Scenario Which is often Preventable
Childs inability to rhyme words learn the alphabet or notice when the words start with same sound are signs the brain is not functioning as it should.
29 May 2010
Hand-clapping Songs Improve Motor and Cognitive Skills
Research confirms that hand-clapping songs improve motor and cognitive skills.
28 Apr 2010
23 Dec 2023
Genetic Test for Cause of Intellectual Disability
Non-syndromic types of intellectual disability do not have physical signs and are more difficult to identify.
27 Feb 2010
Cognitive Disorders Linked by Common Thread
Rett syndrome (RTT), Cornelia de Lange syndrome (CdLS) and Alpha-Thalassemia mental Retardation, X-linked syndrome (ATR-X) have each been linked.
15 Feb 2010
13 Jun 2016
Rosa's Law - Using Intellectual Disability Instead of Mental Retardation
Rosa's Law - Replacing pejorative label of mental retardation with the more respectful terminology of intellectual disability.
4 Feb 2010
25 Jan 2018
Research on Mild Cognitive Impairment
Mayo Clinic Scientists Review 10 Years of Research on Mild Cognitive Impairment.
29 Dec 2009
Gene Identified as Cause of Intellectual Disability Forms
A gene involved in some forms of intellectual disability identified by scientists at Center for Addiction and Mental Health.
15 Dec 2009
11 Aug 2022
Ultrasound Enhances Noninvasive Down Syndrome Test
Detection and accuracy of noninvasive prenatal screening for the detection of Down syndrome.
20 Nov 2009
3 Apr 2023
Health Education for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Adults with intellectual disabilities have slightly higher rates of obesity, physical inactivity and preventable chronic diseases.
8 Nov 2009
29 Mar 2026
Advances in Non‑Invasive Prenatal Testing for Down Syndrome
Safer, earlier prenatal Down syndrome tests prompt calls for better doctor-parent communication and updated medical guidance.

14 Sep 2009
14 Jun 2025
Fighting the Burden of Mental Disorders
Mental disorders are a global problem and represent one of the biggest challenges for health care systems.
12 Sep 2009
19 Dec 2023
AAIDD, Mental Retardation and Related Disabilities
AAIDD publishes two journals the American Journal on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
29 Aug 2009
9 Jul 2010
Defining Fragile X Syndrome
Information and definition of Fragile X Syndrome, a genetically inherited form of mental retardation.
24 Jul 2009
13 Jul 2022
Severe COPD Can Lead to Cognitive Impairment
Individuals with severe COPD had significantly lower cognitive function than those without.
7 Jul 2009
9 Nov 2010
Measuring Intellectual Disability
Specific and quantitative means of measuring levels of the fragile X mental retardation 1 (FMR1) protein (FMRP).
24 Jun 2009
12 Jun 2015
Down Syndrome: Information and Birth Likelihood
Comprehensive guide to Down syndrome covering genetic causes, health management, and support strategies for individuals, families, and care professionals.

31 Mar 2009
14 Feb 2026
Multiple Anesthesia Exposures in Early Childhood Linked to Increased Risk of Learning Disabilities
Children who require multiple surgeries under anesthesia during first three years of life at higher risk of developing learning disabilities.
24 Mar 2009
16 Jul 2024
Canada Opens Door to Learning Disorder Drug
Canadian scientists have connected crucial brain protein with power to learn creating possibility that learning disabilities could be corrected with a drug.
24 Feb 2009

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