americandisability.org

ABDA is a professional multidisciplinary education and credentialing organization dedicated to providing evaluation and treatment for individuals with physical and/or mental disabilities of all ages. They understand that disabilities can be present from birth or result from accidents, disease, and war. ABDA's mission is to enhance understanding and facilitate the diagnosis and rehabilitation of disabling conditions.

Through their efforts, ABDA supports advancements in technology that make employment, education, transportation, independent living, and leisure activities more accessible for disabled individuals. They are strong advocates for the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990), which protects the comprehensive civil rights of disabled individuals. Comprised of a diverse range of practitioners from various medical and allied health professions, ABDA ensures a standard threshold of knowledge and professional competence.

Their credentialing services help identify experienced professionals for the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of disabled persons. ABDA also provides credentialing services for affiliated organizations such as the American Board of Medical Psychotherapists and Psychodiagnosticians (ABMPP) and the American Board of Professional Disability Consultants (ABPDC). With a commitment to improving the lives of disabled individuals, ABDA supports research on disabilities caused by different factors, including birth, accidents, disease, war, and aging