a handbook for parents of children with autism spectrum disorders
a handbook for parents of children with autism spectrum disorders
a handbook for parents of children with autism spectrum disorders
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Developmental Delay Resources, www.devdelay.org<br />
A nonpr<strong>of</strong>it organization dedicated to meeting the needs <strong>of</strong> those working <strong>with</strong> <strong>children</strong><br />
who have developmental delays in sensory motor, language, social, and emotional areas.<br />
DDR publicizes research into determining identifiable factors that would put a child at risk<br />
and maintains a registry, tracking possible trends. DDR also provides a network <strong>for</strong><br />
<strong>parents</strong> and pr<strong>of</strong>essionals and current in<strong>for</strong>mation after the diagnosis to support <strong>children</strong><br />
<strong>with</strong> special needs.<br />
Do 2 Learn, www.do2learn.com<br />
Offers ASD in<strong>for</strong>mation and picture schedules.<br />
Exploring Autism, www.exploring<strong>autism</strong>.org<br />
Helps families who are living <strong>with</strong> the challenges <strong>of</strong> Autism stay in<strong>for</strong>med about<br />
breakthroughs involving the genetics <strong>of</strong> Autism. Explains genetic principles as they relate<br />
to Autism and provides the latest research news.<br />
Families <strong>for</strong> Early Autism Treatment, www.feat.org<br />
A non-pr<strong>of</strong>it organization <strong>of</strong> <strong>parents</strong>, family members, and treatment pr<strong>of</strong>essionals<br />
dedicated to providing best outcome education, advocacy and support <strong>for</strong> the Autism<br />
community.<br />
First Signs, www.firstsigns.org<br />
A national non-pr<strong>of</strong>it organization dedicated to educating <strong>parents</strong> and pediatric<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>essionals about the early warning signs <strong>of</strong> Autism and other developmental <strong>disorders</strong>.<br />
Generation Rescue, www.generationrescue.org<br />
Formed by <strong>parents</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>children</strong> who have been diagnosed <strong>with</strong> childhood neurological<br />
<strong>disorders</strong> (NDs). Provides scientific and medical literature in support <strong>of</strong> the position that<br />
environmental illnesses can be treated through biomedical intervention.<br />
Governor’s Commission <strong>for</strong> Children and Families, www.pa<strong>children</strong>.state.pa.us<br />
Health and Human Services, advocacy resources, and guides <strong>for</strong> <strong>parents</strong> and families.<br />
Monarch Educational Materials www.monarchmaterials.com<br />
Dedicated to helping individuals diagnosed <strong>with</strong> Autism, PDD, Asperger’s Syndrome,<br />
ADHD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, and developmental delays, by creating tools that<br />
promote identification, generalization, social skills, conversational skills, and recall ability.
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