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Clara is developmentally disabled due to a childhood accident; Margaret’s efforts to keep her safe gradually give way to a fuller understanding of her daughter’s awakening, and the lovelessness of her own marriage.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 15, 2026
My brother, who has cerebral palsy and is developmentally disabled, is two years older than I am.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 10, 2026
Over the past decade, however, it has been increasingly common to see art by developmentally disabled artists integrated, without contextual fanfare, into group shows or biennials.
From New York Times ● May 7, 2024
The Moviuses’ recent experiences with Aidan, a now-23-year-old who loves to paint, make music on his Casio keyboard and play sports, illustrates the challenge faced by families with young developmentally disabled adults.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 17, 2024
After graduating from North Carolina A&T, Blair left the state for a job in Massachusetts, where he continues to live, working with developmentally disabled adults.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
