Learn About Human Development and Disability

The Division of Human Development and Disability (DHDD) leads inclusive programs to optimize the health and development of children and adults with, or at risk for, disabilities.

Inclusive Programs

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Children’s Mental Health and Development

Disability and Health Promotion
Emergency Preparedness for Children
Fragile X

Hearing Loss in Children
Learn the Signs. Act Early
Tourette Syndrome

Strategic Plan

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The Strategic Plan reflects areas of work DHDD will continue to advance and expand during the next years.

Publications

Read scientific publications authored by the Division of Human Development and Disability (DHDD).

Easy-to-Read Content

Easy to read summaries that take difficult information and make it easier to understand.

Health Equity

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Read about health equity for people with disabilities.

COVID-19 Resources

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Find COVID-19 information and resources for people with disabilities.

Newsletters

Read monthly newsletters from DHDD and learn more about current initiatives.

Related Resources

Working Through the Data Conundrum: Identifying People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in National Population Surveys
Enriching our Knowledge: State and Local Data to Inform Health Surveillance of the Population with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Easy Read Summary: Learning More about Health of People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Easy to Read COVID-19 Safety

Resources in ASL

View videos and resources in American Sign Language.

COVID-19 Information
Is it ADHD
Concerned About Your Child’s Development?
Treating for Two
Sickle Cell Disease: Give Blood, Save a Life

Learn about Human Development and Disability