This chapter explores the role of epigenetics in neurodevelopmental disabilities, highlighting how environmental factors influence gene expression and contribute to these conditions. It aligns with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by promoting understanding of mechanisms that can lead to improved treatments and health outcomes, and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) by advocating equitable access to emerging epigenetic-based therapies and early interventions for affected individuals.

This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS), emphasizing its genetic basis, clinical features, and the importance of early diagnosis and multidisciplinary care. It aligns with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by promoting precision medicine and interventions to improve health outcomes, and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) by advocating equitable access to specialized care and innovative treatments for individuals with PWS.

This chapter explores ethical challenges in the research, development, and commercialization of neural interfaces, aligning with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by ensuring safe and responsible innovation in neurotechnology, SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) through fostering ethical advancement in cutting-edge technologies, and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) by addressing issues of distributive justice and equitable access to emerging neurotechnologies.

This chapter examines neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs), emphasizing their early onset, complex causes, and the critical role of early diagnosis and intervention. It aligns with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by promoting timely, comprehensive care to improve health outcomes and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) by advocating equitable access to diagnostic and supportive services for affected individuals throughout their lifespan.

This chapter introduces Focused Ultrasound (FUS) as a non-invasive surgical technique using nonionizing energy for tissue ablation and neuromodulation in treatment-resistant psychiatric disorders, aligning with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by advancing safe, effective mental health interventions and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) by improving access to innovative therapies for underserved populations.

This chapter introduces autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual developmental disabilities through applied behavior analysis (ABA), aligning with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by promoting evidence-based strategies to improve health and quality of life, and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) by advocating ethical, inclusive practices that respect neurodiversity and ensure equitable support for individuals with ASD and IDD.

This chapter emphasizes the need for person-centered approaches to promote desired lifestyles for adults with severe autism and intellectual disabilities, aligning with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by supporting mental and social well-being, and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) by addressing systemic gaps in adult service delivery and advocating equitable access to individualized care.

This chapter underscores how climate change amplifies health risks and systemic barriers for children, especially those with special health care needs, aligning with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by addressing health vulnerabilities, SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) through calls for inclusive policies, and SDG 13 (Climate Action) by advocating disability-inclusive climate adaptation and resilience strategies.

This chapter highlights how climate change intensifies health challenges and resource access barriers for women with disabilities, aligning with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by emphasizing the need for inclusive decision-making to improve health outcomes and ensure equitable access to rights.

This article presents a qualitative systematic review on the experiences of students with physical disabilities in inclusive education settings.