More and more adults with intellectual disability such as with Down syndrome are attending mainstream colleges. […]

With the way some parents talk about how their child “got away” from them or how preschoolers “are so fast,” one must ask: Can a 4 year old outrun a typical adult? […]

Amy and Sheldon on “The Big Bang Theory” had a research collab that’s been a special interest of mine for years! […]

It’s very unsafe driving while turning your head to look at a backseat passenger you’re talking to. Why do people do this? […]

Someone promotes a treat that combines two flavors; you say you don’t like one of the flavors; they invariably say, “You can’t even taste (the flavor you don’t like).” […]

“Why are so many direct care providers fat?” This is what a special needs adult asked me one day. There's 5 reasons. She herself weighed 250, but her question was fair and reflected an observation [...]

Day programs for special needs adults are everywhere; here’s how to tell the excellent ones from the shoddy ones. […]

I was inspired to cover this topic when my “weed man” said there was no way he could pull my many big weeds from their roots: “I’m 52,” he said. […]

Here’s what to do if the physical therapy office can’t get you in soon for your trigger thumb or finger. […]

Some people leap out of bed ready to tackle the day, while others take their time easing into the morning. […]

I’d like to post your story about your rare disease on this medical site to increase awareness. […]

You’ve heard of knee, hip and shoulder replacement surgery, but is there actually a wrist replacement surgery for bone-on-bone contact due to the wearing down of cartilage? […]

No, it’s not age 60; nor is it middle age. […]

Twice or even once a week exercise can actually benefit your body in multiple ways when compared to not exercising at all. […]

Has a fear of serious injury been holding you back from pursuing a physical activity or even a fitness class? […]

Here’s a lighthearted autistic rant from a certified Speckie about why parents are compelled to shorten names from their birth certificate original. […]

It’s all over Instagram: Fat activists equating exercise with “punishment.” […]

The term “neurospicy” is a modern, playful and somewhat informal term that seemingly originated online but has expanded to in-person communication – about neurodiverse minds. […]

Why do journalists keep saying “learning disability” when the subject of the story has an intellectual disability? […]

Weight cycling may have gotten more bad press than it deserves. Heart benefits from weight loss can persist for years even if there’s weight regain. […]

All bodies should be exercised bodies. […]

Is it really true that if you compact all your workouts to only two days a week that this really won’t make much of a difference in your health and fitness? […]

Here’s examples of how a few minutes a day of brief vigorous activity can lower risk of heart attack and other cardiac events in people who don’t exercise. […]

Do you have a good grip or a weak grip, like always struggling to unscrew jar lids? […]

Intense exercise works better than moderate exercise at reducing appetite in healthy adults who’d like to lose excess body fat. […]

The special needs woman I work with weighs 240. I’ll never preach fat acceptance; I’ll encourage her on her weight loss plan. […]

Can it really be true that “fatphobia” is more harmful to fat people than the actual obesity itself? […]

Protein plays a critical role in muscle recovery after intense weightlifting sessions. […]

Strength training is an essential component of a well-rounded fitness routine, offering benefits such as increased muscle mass, improved metabolism and enhanced overall strength. […]

I’ve written extensive content on hands-free treadmill use. Here’s a simple analysis of what went wrong when the woman fell off a treadmill and died. […]

Political correctness has leapt overboard with “developmental delay.” […]

The popularization of the “dad bod” is based on how this physique suggests Dad is involved in his kids’ lives. […]

Has the switch from “disabled people” to “people with disabilities” really opened doors for disabled individuals? […]

Getting a DUI (driving under the influence) is a serious matter that can lead to various consequences. Understanding what happens if you find yourself in this situation can be crucial for anyone. Here's an in-depth [...]

Must wanting to avoid loud noise always be an autism thing? […]

If a shark attack victim makes it through the night, why do they sometimes die within a few days? What goes wrong? […]

Mainstream medicine has very little to offer people with chronic fatigue syndrome. […]