Tag: Merge Resources

A definition of intellectual disability (ID), including a brief history of societal treatment, self-advocacy, rights, dual diagnosis, and communication skills.

An introduction to mental health therapy, including an overview of the types of professionals and the services they provide, what to expect in a session, and practical ways to maintain […]

Learn how to recognize the difference between common anxiety and an anxiety disorder. This module covers the signs and risk factors of anxiety disorders and Supported ways to help oneself […]

Learn about Intellectual Disabilities, including self-advocacy, rights, dual diagnosis, and communication skills. This is designed to get service providers more comfortable with treating people with intellectual disabilities.

Review the basics of disability, including definitions, history, and etiquette. This is designed to get service providers more comfortable with treating people with disabilities.

ThriveKY is a coalition of organizations who pursue systemic change to assure that the commonwealth meets the basic needs of every Kentuckian.

Mission: To protect and promote the rights of Kentuckians with disabilities through legally based individual and systemic advocacy, and education.

The Autistic Self Advocacy Network seeks to advance the principles of the disability rights movement with regard to autism.

Testimonials and data to underscore the result of unclear health care information. Learn practical ways to make medical and health care communication clearer to reduce misunderstanding.

A basic introduction of how a mental health condition manifests in people with ID and communication skills for service providers.