Web accessibility case could have a “Domino” effect for people with disabilities
As we await a Supreme Court decision that will determine whether the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to websites as well as to physical locations, it’s worth revisiting why accessibility of online content is so critically important for people with disabilities. There’s an excellent article in Slate about the case before SCOTUS, Robles v. […]
FIRST PERSON: Suicide is hard to talk about. We should talk about it anyway.
September is National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. Despite science supporting a neurobiological basis for mental illness, suicide is still shrouded by stigma. It’s a taboo subject – the prevailing attitude still seems to be that death by suicide is shameful and sinful. Suicide is a death like no other. The feelings of guilt, confusion […]
Mental Health America releases 2020 State of Mental Health report
For the 6th year in a row, Mental Health America (MHA) released its annual State of Mental Health Report, which ranks all 50 states and the District of Columbia based on several mental health and access measures. The report also takes a look back on the trends of the last 6 years and shows that […]
“Mad in America” sparks critical discussion about mental health care
“Mad in America” is a webzine that provides news, research, and a forum for discussion about the existing paradigm of psychiatric care. The topic of psychiatry is viewed through a social justice lens. The site advocates a focus on more psychosocial modalities for mental heath care, rather than the traditional reliance on psychiatric medications. The […]
DRA announces our FY2020 Priorities and Objectives
At the beginning of each fiscal year, the DRA Board of Directors adopts priorities based on feedback from individuals with disabilities, family members, advocates, and professionals. The priorities adopted by the Board determine the activities for the fiscal year. We circulated a public input survey online and in facilities, and we spoke with clients and […]