Research In Focus is a weekly publication featuring reader-friendly summaries of the latest research from NIDILRR-funded projects. Each installment presents you with an overview of a recently-published NIDILRR-funded study, highlighting important findings, and discussing implications or directions for future research. This could be a starting point to learn more about the intervention, technology, or program. We hand-select the articles from our diverse library collections, aiming to broadly cover interesting research in many areas of disability, various types of intervention, and a wide range of age spectrum from early childhood to aging with and into disability. To be alerted to new articles, sign up for our weekly email newsletter News and Notes from the NIDILRR Community and Beyond! These articles are also available in Spanish. Are you a NIDILRR grantee? Learn how to recommend your recent study for an upcoming issue.
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
Many parents with children with emotional and behavioral disorders provide exceptional care for their children. Exceptional caregiving is a term used to define the specialized role and responsibilities these parents provide. Statistics have shown that roughly 9% of the employees in the US are exceptional caregivers. These... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
In the United States, approximately 13.7% of adults have mobility disabilities which may seriously impact their ability to walk or climb stairs. Some may rely on mobility devices such as wheelchairs to engage in daily activities; provide pressure relief or postural support; or to sit in different positions to aid... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
According to the US Census Bureau, there are approximately 7.6 million people living with a visual impairment in the United States. Visual impairment is defined as being blind or having serious difficulty seeing even when wearing glasses. Recent research has shown that roughly 46% of people with visual impairments are employed... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
Serious mental illnesses are mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and depression that can severely inhibit or interfere with an individual’s ability to function and participate in major life activities. Research has shown that people with serious mental illness may be... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
In March 2020, Wayne County in southeast Michigan reported among the highest rates of COVID-19 infections in the US. People from low-income households and marginalized communities in cities such as Detroit and Flint in Wayne County were particularly hard hit. Health experts warned that those with pre-existing health conditions... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
An estimated five to seven million young adults have a serious mental health condition such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe forms of depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress. Research shows that these young adults tend to become parents at an earlier age than their peers without these disabilities; 29% of... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
A spinal cord injury (SCI) is an injury to the spinal column, resulting in temporary or permanent changes in movement, strength, sensation, and body functions below the place of injury, including paralysis in some or most of the body. People with SCI may use a wheelchair or other mobility device to get around.... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
A person with severe disabilities may have one or more physical, intellectual, developmental, or sensory disabilities that seriously limit their functional ability. They may require multiple support services and may use assistive devices such as wheelchairs or communication devices. For youth with severe... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 5.4 million adults in the US are living with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ASD is a developmental disability, which can be marked by challenges of social interaction and communication difficulties. Social participation is an important... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
Adults with psychiatric disabilities live with emotional, mental, and behavioral disorders, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression that can interfere or severely limit an individual’s ability to perform major life activities. Research shows that people with psychiatric disabilities are more likely to... Read this article
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