Self-advocacy is as simple as taking the initiative and having the confidence to talk with your employer about your needs in the workplace. Not everyone feels comfortable sharing their personal lives ...

This post was co-authored by Dr. Miranda Melcher. Once a student moves from high school to college, the responsibility for acquiring accommodations or services shifts from the school to the student.

A new University of Mississippi-led study suggests that a telepractice resilience program may help children who stutter ...

Home and Community Options champions self-advocacy by empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to share their experiences, build confidence, and promote inclusion in their communities ...

Speaking up for yourself is not a once-a-year event, only to be brought up during the performance review cycle. As a matter of fact, that is probably the worst time to start talking about your ...

The Arc of Chester County is empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to find their voice, ...

What, exactly, is self-advocacy and what is its place in the autism community? Autism is a communication disorder, with a broad range of affect. Some people's autism makes them eccentric and geeky.

Patients can prepare for self-advocacy by bringing personal overviews to help care teams connect with them as individuals, explained Michelle Kirschner. Patients should consider creating personal ...

Visiting the doctor can feel like stepping into a maze, with healthcare systems stretched thin and appointment times shrinking, patients often leave feeling unheard or uncertain. Studies show that 60% ...

Dr. Alexis LeVee and a resilient survivor explore the vital role of self-advocacy in breast cancer care across ages and medical guidelines. In the world of oncology, clinical guidelines often provide ...

As part of her capstone project at Touro University of Nevada, Sara Gudiel crafted a curriculum to promote self-advocacy in individuals with Down syndrome. The program was designed in collaboration ...