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Research

Explore research about grief and loss in the IDD community and learn about the work that informed the development of Paths.

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community-informed


Paths is grounded in research and ongoing collaboration with the IDD community. Our research includes adults with IDD, family members, caregivers, and service providers to better understand grief and loss from different perspectives. Including adults with IDD directly in the research ensures that their lived experiences are an important part of what we learn.

The IDD community provides ongoing input throughout the project. Together, research findings and community guidance inform the development of accessible, relevant, and useful Paths resources.

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Publications & Articles

Browse research publications, articles, and stories related to Paths. Use the filters below to quickly find resources by type, year, or keyword.

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This systematic review examines research on loss, grief, and bereavement among adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It identifies gaps in existing research and highlights factors that can support healthier grieving experiences.

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Learn more about the work behind the Paths bereavement program and its efforts to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they experience grief and loss.

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This Rice At Large story introduces the Paths project and describes how researchers and community partners are working together to create accessible grief resources for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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The people & partners behind Paths

Meet the Researchers

Learn about the team leading the research, development, and community engagement behind Paths.

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Community Partners

Learn about the organizations that have contributed their knowledge, guidance, and support to Paths.

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Cite Paths

Using Paths in your work? Use the citation below when referencing the Paths project or resources in publications, presentations, reports, or other materials.

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Kinder Institute for Urban Research, Rice University Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities Anchorage Foundation

This work was initially supported in part by the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities (TCDD) through a grant from the U.S. Administration for Community Living (ACL), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Washington, D.C. 20201, with a 100% federal funding award totaling $6,120,128. The contents do not necessarily represent official views or endorsements from TCDD, ACL, HHS, the Texas state government, or the U.S. government.

Contact: Kathryn.O.Gonzalez@rice.edu

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