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Area of Science:

  • Disability Studies
  • Social Justice in Research
  • Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Research

Background:

  • Existing research in intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) often contains entrenched assumptions and biases.
  • Current practices in IDD research lack visibility regarding models of disability, participant/researcher identities, priorities, and measurement/treatment approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To make visible the status quo of IDD research, including its inherent assumptions and practices.
  • To propose actionable strategies for a more equitable future in IDD research.
  • To address critiques and extend a synthesis of IDD research equity.

Main Methods:

  • Explicitly described the current state of IDD research across key domains.
  • Curated individual- and systems-level actions informed by disability justice and social justice principles.
  • Focused on intersectionality, person-centered approaches, participatory research, and interprofessional collaboration.

Main Results:

  • Identified biases in models of disability, participant/researcher identities, research priorities, and measurement/treatment within IDD research.
  • Presented a framework of disability, identity, and culture to depict influences, methods, and actions.
  • Offered a way forward through curated actions for greater equity.

Conclusions:

  • Advocates for a paradigm shift in IDD research toward greater equity and inclusivity.
  • Emphasizes the importance of intersectionality, participatory methods, and interprofessional collaboration.
  • Provides a foundation for future research and practice that centers disability justice.