The Person Experiences Interview Survey (PEIS)
The PEIS allows for persons with IDD to provide direct feedback about their mental health service experiences.
The PEIS is free to use. If you would like the PEIS and users guide, please complete this form.
MH-IDD Telehealth Guidelines
With the help of research partners, the Evaluation of Telehealth Services for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities developed telehealth guidelines to provide best practices for activation of telehealth services and supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health service experiences (IDD-MH).
It is available for download here.
Integrated Mental Health Treatment Guidelines for Prescribers in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Despite advances in mental health care, many people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and autism spectrum disorders (ASD) face significant barriers in accessing integrated, evidence-based mental health treatment. Traditional guidelines often lack relevance for people with IDD and mental health conditions, neglecting the intersection of medical and psychiatric care.
The IDD-MH Prescriber Guidelines were developed to address these gaps. Designed for prescribers—including psychiatrists, primary care clinicians, nurse practitioners, and interdisciplinary teams—this guide offers pragmatic, evidence-informed strategies for mental health assessment and treatment tailored to people with IDD/ASD.
The guidelines can be accessed and downloaded here.
Developmental Disabilities Network Journal
The Developmental Disabilities Network Journal is an open-source academic journal focused on rigorous applied research about disability systems. This body of research demonstrates the value and impact of the Developmental Disabilities network. This network is comprised of organizations and programs that conduct interdisciplinary pre-service preparation, advocacy, research, community services, and information dissemination with and on behalf of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. We also welcome scholarship from programs with a similar focus on disability rights, community living, and interdisciplinary research. This journal specifically highlights programs, practices, and policies that encourage the full inclusion of people with disabilities in communities and all aspects of public life.
