Research In Focus is a weekly publication featuring reader-friendly summaries of the latest research from NIDILRR-funded projects. Each installment presents you with an overview of a recently-published NIDILRR-funded study, highlighting important findings, and discussing implications or directions for future research. This could be a starting point to learn more about the intervention, technology, or program. We hand-select the articles from our diverse library collections, aiming to broadly cover interesting research in many areas of disability, various types of intervention, and a wide range of age spectrum from early childhood to aging with and into disability. To be alerted to new articles, sign up for our weekly email newsletter News and Notes from the NIDILRR Community and Beyond! These articles are also available in Spanish. Are you a NIDILRR grantee? Learn how to recommend your recent study for an upcoming issue.
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
A mobility disability is a type of physical disability that affects a person’s movement and dexterity. People with mobility disabilities may use assistive devices or mobility aids such as wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, or prosthetics. Previous studies have shown that people with mobility disabilities were disproportionately... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), traumatic brain injuries are a major cause of death and disability in the U.S. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) results from some type of injury to a person’s brain that affects how it functions. It is a... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
People with disabilities have long fought for the right to learn, live, and work in their communities. In the US, some of these rights have been secured through the passing of legislation such as the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation,... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has impacted marginalized communities in many ways, especially those with disabilities and their access to health care. Approximately eight million people in the US have disabilities that make it difficult to carry out everyday activities such as bathing and dressing. Recent studies... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
A chronic illness is a disease or condition that usually lasts over three months and may worsen over time. A disability is a physical or mental condition that may limit a person’s mobility, senses, or activities. People with disabilities and chronic conditions may have support from a caregiver, often someone in... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact millions of people worldwide. Over 77 million cases and over 900,000 deaths have been confirmed in the US alone. In addition to the public health impact, the COVID-19 pandemic has also had a significant economic impact. By May of 2020, unemployment in the US had reached its... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
A spinal cord injury (SCI) is damage anywhere along the spine caused by trauma. People with SCI may experience physical, psychological, or social changes after their injury which may have an impact on their satisfaction with life and their overall quality of life. Physical changes can include increases in urinary tract... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
The ability to participate in one’s community is important for maximizing quality of life, health, well-being, and self-determination. Since March 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly impacted daily life. Research has shown that the COVID-19 response has led to increased isolation, psychological distress, and financial... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
Prior research has shown that people with disabilities can face a multitude of challenges to full participation, including higher rates of unmet healthcare needs compared to those without disabilities. However, “people living with disabilities” defines a large and diverse group. They can differ in many ways such as... Read this article
A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).
Since early 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has had an unprecedented impact worldwide. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 67 million cases of COVID-19 had been diagnosed in the US by January 2022. The majority of people who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 recover, but a significant... Read this article
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