Autism and Related Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Pediatric Brain Injury
Attention Deficit Disorders/ Learning Disorders/ Dyslexia
Autism and Related Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Autism Speaks
www.autismspeaks.org
Autism Speaks is dedicated to raising public awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families, and society. They are also dedicated to providing information and resources to improve the outcome of children, adolescents, and adults affected by autism.
Autism Society of Illinois
http://www.autismillinois.org/
Their mission is to improve the lives of Illinois individuals and their families affected by autism spectrum disorders. Extensive resources, newsletters, and local support groups are also available.
O.A.S.I.S: Online Asperger Syndrome Information and Support
http://www.aspergersyndrome.org/
A site for advice, support, information, and inspiration as well as links to other Asperger Syndrome websites.
Autism Spectrum Quarterly
www.asquarterly.com
Autism Spectrum Quarterly is a unique publication that combines the substance of a professional journal with the readability and interest of a high-quality magazine.
Autism Research Institute
www.autism.com
Information: The Institute is devoted to conducting research, and to disseminating the results of research on the causes of Autism and on methods of preventing, diagnosing, and treating autism and other severe behavioral disorders of childhood.
Autism Society of America
www.autism-society.org
The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. They do this by increasing public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy.
Autism Network International
http://www.autreat.com/
An autistic-run self-help and advocacy organization for autistic people. Offers retreats for autistic individuals and for family and friends that focuses positive thinking.
Generation Rescue
http://www.generationrescue.org/
A parent-founded, and parent-led organization whose efforts focus on the goal of recovering children with autism using biomedical intervention.
The National Autistic Society (United Kingdom)
http://www.nas.org.uk/
They champion the rights and interests of all people with autism and aim to provide individuals with autism and their families with help, support and services that they can readily access, trust and rely upon and which make a positive difference to their lives.
Access Autism
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/irca/
The Indiana Resource Center for Autism staff conduct outreach training and consultations, engage in research, and develop and disseminate information on behalf of individuals across the autism spectrum, including autism, Asperger’s syndrome, and other pervasive developmental disorders. Our efforts are focused on providing communities, organizations, agencies, and families with the knowledge and skills to support children and adults in typical early intervention, school, community, work, and home settings.
The Gray Center for Social Learning and Understanding
www.thegraycenter.org
The Gray Center is dedicated to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and to those who work alongside them to improve mutual understanding.
Autism Today
www.autismtoday.com
Online source for the latest Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome resources and information
Wrightslaw
www.wrightslaw.com
Contains accurate and up-to-date information about special education law and advocacy for children with disabilities.
National Autism Association
www.nationalautismassociation.org
The National Autism Association is dedicated to educate and empower families affected by autism and other neurological disorders, while advocating on behalf of those who cannot fight for their own rights. They educate society that autism is not a lifelong incurable genetic disorder but one that is biomedically definable and treatable.
Autism Community Connection
www.autismcommunityconnection.com
Online Autism resource library that connects Illinois resources, family, community, and hope.
First Signs
www.firstsigns.org
First signs is dedicated to ensuring the best developmental outcome for every child by promoting awareness regarding the most important and often overlooked aspects of development: social, emotional, and communication.
Interactive Autism Network
www.ianproject.org
Interactive online project linking people affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders and researchers in search of answers.
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/autism/detail_autism.htm
An Autism fact sheet that includes information regarding causes, diagnosis, treatments, and current research.
Autism Collaboration
www.autism.org
A collection of different autism organizations and associations that provides direct links to home pages.
AutismOne
www.autismone.com
Provides videos, blogs, articles, and radio all focused on Autism research and current information.
TACA: Talk about Curing Autism
www.talkaboutcuringautism.org
Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) provides information, resources, and support to families affected by autism. For families who have just received the autism diagnosis, TACA aims to speed up the cycle time from the autism diagnosis to effective treatments.
Autism Resources
www.autism-resources.com
An index of online information and resources on autism and asperger's symdrome.
Autism and PPD Support
www.autism-pdd.net
A comprehensive list of autism medical, legal and training resources. Also includes a link to find autism resources by state. Offers links to online support groups for parents.
Auditory Integration Training
http://www.aitresources.com/
Auditory Integration Training is considered an alternative, non-pharmaceutical, non-invasive intervention designed to alleviate hearing discomfort or hypersensitivity. It has been known to accelerate progress with allied therapies such as speech, occupational therapy, movement and other developmental therapies.
Autism Education Network
http://www.autismeducation.net/
The Autism Education Network web-site includes free information about special education rights as well as information about treatment options and education methods. Their primary purpose is to provide information and training to families and professionals regarding best practices in autism treatment. Their signature outreach program is an annual education conference.
Talk About Curing Autism
http://www.autismillinois.org/
Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) provides information, resources, and support to families affected by autism. For families who have just received the autism diagnosis, TACA aims to speed up the cycle time from the autism diagnosis to effective treatments. TACA helps to strengthen the autism community by connecting families and the professionals who can help them, allowing them to share stories and information to help people with autism be the best they can be.
Feldenkrais® Method
http://www.feldenkrais.com/
Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation
http://www.spdfoundation.net/
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Pediatric Brain Injury
Division 40 (clinical Neuropsychology)
www.div40.org
The International Neuropsychology Society
http://www.the-ins.org/
Illinois Psychology Association
www.Illpsychology.org
Brain Injury Association of Illinois
www.biail.org
National Academy of Neuropsychology
www.NONonline.org
Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago
www.epilepsyfoundation.org/chicago/index
Tourette Syndrome Association of Illinois
www.tsa-usa.org
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Attention Deficit Disorders/ Learning Disorders/ Dyslexia
WrightsLaw
www.wrightslaw.com
Wrightslaw contains accurate, up-to-date information about special education law and advocacy for children with disabilities.
P.A.C.E.S. Parent and Child Education & Support
www.pacesmoms.org
Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic
www.rsbd.org
Lash Publishing
http://www.lapublishing.com/
Eye - Q Program - Speed Reading Program
www.INFMIND.com
Children & Adults with Attention Disorders
www.chadd.org
Attention Disorders in the Medical Web Destination
www.medionsult.com/add
The Attention Disorder Online Newsletter
www.nlci.com/nutrition
An online magazine about Attention Disorders
www.additudemag.com
Child & Adolescent Bipolar Foundation
www.bpkids.org
National Institute of Mental Health
www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/bipolar.cfum
National Mental Health Association
www.nmha.org
Illinois Branch of the International Dyslexia Association
www.interdys.org
Community Service Options
www.csol.org
State Department of Human Services
www.dhs.state.IL.US
Hand Writing Without Tears
www.HWTears.com
National Library Service: Talking Book Topics
www.loc.gov/nls
Children's & Family Eyecare
www.childrenseyes.com
Aspire: Building Futures Together
www.aspireofillinois.com
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