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An often-neglected population, those with disabilities—visible and invisible—face unique challenges related to physical and mental health.

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Aging Out into Adulthood

A researcher examined how disability among children aging out of the foster care system affects their likelihood of experiencing incarceration, homelessness, childbearing, and substance misuse.

Fellow Barbara Espinosa

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“You’re obviously in the wrong place": Ableism, Racism, and Work

People with disabilities or chronic illness experience reduced employment opportunities, leading to financial insecurity and chronic stress, and ultimately, poor health outcomes. Such discrimination echoes similarities with racism.

Fellow Rubina Veerakone

07.26.2021 C. Johnson

Cyrée Jarelle Johnson

Cyrée Jarelle Johnson is a poet, writer, and essayist. He works as the social media and community engagement specialist for Sins Invalid, a performance project based in disability justice.

Fellow Devin O'Donnell

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Biases in ADHD

Research suggests that racial attitudes contribute to deviations in parent and teacher perceptions of children’s ADHD behaviors.

Fellow Rubina Veerakone