INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY

This study tested whether whole genome sequencing (WGS) can find more genetic causes of intellectual disability than current standard tests. Researchers compared WGS to usual methods in 3825 children and adults with unexplained intellectual disability. The goal was to see if WGS …

This study looked at whether a structured play program could help Egyptian children aged 5 to 9 with mild intellectual disability improve their motor and adaptive skills. Twenty children took part in 24 play sessions over two months, and their progress was measured before and aft…

This study tested a program where mothers and their children with intellectual disability (ages 6-12) did expressive arts activities together, like drawing and music, to improve their relationship and well-being. 157 mother-child pairs took part, with some doing the art program a…

This early-stage trial tested a synthetic cannabis drug called nabilone in 20 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who have severe aggression. The main goal was to see if the drug is safe and tolerable. Researchers also looked for any improvement in aggressive …

This study tested whether metformin, a common diabetes medicine, can help improve language, behavior, and weight problems in people with fragile X syndrome. 125 people aged 6 to 35 took either metformin or a placebo for 4 months. Researchers measured changes in spoken language an…

This study tested whether a purified form of cannabidiol (CBD) can reduce severe behavioral problems in children aged 6 to 18 with intellectual disability. Over 8 weeks, 132 participants received either CBD or a placebo. The goal was to see if CBD could ease symptoms like irritab…

This study used eye-tracking technology to understand how different levels of emotional expression (low, medium, high) influence how children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) understand others' intentions. 80 children with ASD, PDD, or typical development watched a puzzle-sear…

This study used eye-tracking technology to explore how children with autism, intellectual disability, and typically developing children look at objects and understand intentions. 80 children watched videos and guessed which object a person would pick. Researchers measured where a…

This study looked at whether brain over-activity is linked to catatonia (a condition where people cannot move or speak normally) in autistic individuals. Researchers used MRI scans to target a specific brain area with mild magnetic pulses and measured brain responses. The goal wa…

This study looked at whether using genetic tests called FirstStepDx PLUS and NextStepDx PLUS helps doctors make better diagnoses for children with intellectual disability or developmental delay. 217 pediatric specialists and general pediatricians participated. The study measured …

This study looked at how children aged 12-18 with mild intellectual disabilities learn tennis. It compared a new method using real-time pose recognition technology with traditional face-to-face coaching. The goal was to see which approach helps them learn basic tennis skills like…

This study followed 188 children who had seizures shortly after birth to see how they develop over time. Researchers measured thinking skills, behavior, and daily living abilities to find risk factors for disabilities. The goal is to better understand long-term outcomes and help …

This study followed 132 children and teens aged 7-18 with severe intellectual disabilities living in orphanages in China. Over three years, researchers measured their body mass index and fitness skills like throwing, jumping, and balance every three months. The goal was to unders…

This study looked at how to best encourage regular COVID-19 testing for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their teachers. Over 1,100 participants from two special school districts took part. The goal was to find the most effective messages and st…

This study tested a new tool to help manage falls in adults with intellectual disabilities. Researchers adapted an existing program to better fit the needs of this group. 13 participants, including adults with intellectual disabilities, carers, and clinicians, tried the tool and …

This study tested a reading program that uses everyday texts like emails and text messages to help young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities improve their reading comprehension. 55 participants learned strategies to better understand what they read. The goal w…