Promoting Health Equity for People With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Through Research

Key Points

• The viewpoint aims to address the historical and ongoing exclusion of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities from research and proposes recommendations for their inclusion.
• Analyzed historical trends and current practices regarding research participation
• Identified barriers to inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Provided recommendations for improving equity in research
• Highlighted systemic biases that have led to exclusion from research
• Outlined specific areas where inclusive practices can be implemented
• Proposed strategies to ensure equitable participation in research