by Javier Giagnoni | Oct 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
Anxiety disorder is one of America’s most common mental health concerns, affecting up to 31.1% adults at some point in their lives. However, that number may creep higher in the case of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Untreated anxiety and... 
by Javier Giagnoni | Sep 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
People with autism may communicate differently than others, but many understand words and can convey their thoughts through writing. In childhood, some individuals with autism may start to speak earlier than their peers and may have a strong penchant for topics or use... 
by Javier Giagnoni | Aug 25, 2022 | Uncategorized
Adults with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) can live full, active lives when given the right support. For many people living with PWS, this can mean joining a club or volunteering in their community. Some may need more support than others, especially if they do not live... 
by Javier Giagnoni | Aug 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
The intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) community is celebrating a new milestone towards greater inclusion within the world of sports. In mid-July, history was made at Pinehurst Resort and Country Club in North Carolina. Over the course of three days,... 
by Javier Giagnoni | Jul 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
Many physicians are trained to work primarily with children with CP, and numerous physical resources are available in this life stage to help strengthen and stabilize musculoskeletal and muscle function. However, as adulthood approaches, resources and ongoing...
