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Building a Healthier Mind: What 2024 Taught Us and How Hello, It’s Me® is Changing Mental Health Support in 2025

Introduction

The past year has been one of profound reflection and learning in the field of mental health. As professionals working in the space of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), we recognize that true wellness goes beyond...

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creativity

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Exploring Creative Expression: Fun Art to Try in the IDD Community

Even if you don’t consider yourself a creative person, it’s always fun to try new projects and explore new hobbies. This year, many inches of snow...

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Involved in the IDD Community

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Getting Involved in the IDD Community: Exploring Public Engagement

Have you been wanting to get more involved with the IDD community but aren’t sure where to start? Or maybe you haven’t been able to find the time....

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Making Friends with IDD

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Making Friends with IDD: Fun Icebreakers to Try

Have you noticed that making friends becomes more difficult as you get older? New acquaintances can be challenging, especially in adult life where we...

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Intimacy stigmas with disability

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5 Dating and Intimacy Stigmas Surrounding the Disabled Community

It’s no secret that the IDD community faces stigmas and struggles that others may not. Disabilities come in many forms- physical, mental,...

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Connecting with Others When You Have Autism

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6 Icebreakers for Connecting with Others When You Have Autism

Millions of Americans have autism, and they live normal lives. Yet, communication and interacting with others can prove to be more challenging....

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Safety in dating app

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Safety Skills to Remember When Trying Online Dating Apps

In a world of excessive technological use and coming off a global pandemic, it’s no wonder online dating apps have become as popular as they are....

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dating for disability

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Coping with Rejection in the Dating World When You Have a Disability

It’s no secret that getting rejected by another person, whether we are interested in them romantically or as a friend, causes unwanted emotional...

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Education in the Disabled Community

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Inclusion in Education in the Disabled Community

Did you know that there are millions of people in the United States who have some type of disability? This includes physical, intellectual, or...

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autism

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Most Common Symptoms of Autism: What to Watch for with Your Child

Autism is a developmental disability that affects children, teenagers, and adults. Millions of people in the United States have been diagnosed with...

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