Research and Evaluation

Research and Evaluation
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Welcome to the Research and Evaluation page of the National Center for START Services® (NCSS). Here you will find information about ongoing and completed research and evaluation initiatives aimed at enhancing knowledge and implementation of START practices and building an evidence base for best practices in the mental health aspects of intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Our projects focus on the evaluation of best practices, providing data-driven insights, and improving service delivery and well-being for people with IDD-MH and their families across the United States. Explore our project summaries, key findings, and publications to see how our research is driving innovation and improving outcomes in the field of IDD-MH.

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