When inclusion is effectively implemented, research has demonstrated academic and social benefits for special needs, as well as regular education students. After an inclusion program has been implemented, research has shown that friendships develop between disabled and non-disabled students; non-disabled students are more appreciative of differences and students with disabilities are more motivated. True acceptance of diversity ultimately develops within the school environment and is then carried into the home, workplace and community. Research about long-term benefits on inclusion is far behind what is should be at this time. Although support for inclusion of children with disabilities in regular education classrooms is gaining momentum, extensive research is still ongoing for students in inclusion classrooms. However, evidence already exists regarding the positive effects of inclusive education on both regular education and students with disabilities. Both the research and the data have shown that typical learners have demonstrated a greater acceptance and valuing of individual differences, enhanced self-esteem, a genuine capacity for friendship, and the acquisition of new