The state of the science of employment and economic self-sufficiency for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Employment, career advancement, and financial independence are highly valued in the United States. As expectations, they are often instilled at a young age and incentivized throughout adulthood. Despite their importance, employment and economic sufficiency continue to be out of reach for most people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Red cell membrane skeletal changes in marathon runners.

Hemolysis in endurance exercise may be related to structural changes in red blood cell (RBC) membrane skeletal proteins. To test this hypothesis, we studied 13 male subjects before and after a marathon race. RBC membrane skeletons were observed with scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM).

A peaceful coexistence? State MR/DD agency trends in integrated employment and facility-based services.

National survey data reported by state MR/DD agencies for integrated and segregated employment and facility-based nonwork services provided during FYs 1988 and 1990 were examined. The percentage and total number of individuals in integrated employment grew significantly across the 2 years. However, there were no significant changes in the percentage or number served in facility-based settings.