This is a collection of Internet and other resources which parents of children with PDD, PDD-NOS, autism, Asperger"s Syndrome, or hyperlexia may find useful. All the information concerns teaching methods that are a branch of applied behavior analysis (ABA) called behavioral intervention. This site contains a list of ABA providers all over the US and some international.

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Autism Solution Center, Inc. provides all autism-related interventions under one roof and at No Cost! Our goal is to make sure everyone with an autism spectrum disorder has access to appropriate, early, intensive intervention as well as education and training for loved ones and service providers. ASC believes every individual should have the opportunity to reach their fullest potential, regardless of their ability to pay.

One of the most complex tasks both parents and professionals face is developing and implementing an effective language intervention for children with autism. Parents and professionals are finding that BOTH Discrete Trial Training (DTT) and Natural Environment Training (NET), together with the help of Skinner's (1957) Functional Analysis of Verbal Behavior to be very effective for children with autism. This is commonly referred to as Applied Verbal Behavior (AVB)which is a specialty within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). It is a place where parents and professionals running home (and school) programs can discuss concerns and share their knowledge of this type of teaching.

Autism One Radio presents knowledgeable, caring hosts providing answers to many of the most important questions. We cover a wide range of topics, including the most effective treatments and therapies, school concerns, legal issues, government policies, family dynamics and more.

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We are developers and creators of therapy materials for AAC (augmentative communication) devices. Based in Hawaii, we provide products to national and international clients.

Behavior Analysis, Inc. (BAI) is one of the leading behavioral consulting companies in the world. We provide state-of-the-art education and behavioral treatment services to children, adolescents, and adults. BAI has an international reputation for effectively teaching and treating persons with learning and/or behavioral disorders and other, difficult-to-teach individuals. We also conduct training courses, workshops, and seminars designed to teach others how to provide the most effective education and treatment possible. Our staff are experts in behavior analysis, special populations (e.g., autism, ADD/ADHD), education, parent training, staff performance management, and behavioral systems design. BAI provides education, training, treatment, and consultation services to individual families, public and private agencies, and other behavioral and non-behavioral professionals. We provide clinical services and training throughout the world.

The purpose of the Office of Special Education (OSE) is to support local schools and districts in their efforts to provide effective educational programs to students with disabilities, ages 3-21, who are in need of special education and other services neccessary to enable them to benefit from instruction as provided for in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and state law.

Defeat Autism Now physicians and practitioners treating children with ASD with a biomedical approach.

Live ONLINE radio talk show focusing on disabilities hosted by Monica Moshenko, advocate and parent of son with ASD. Listen online each Sunday at 10 PM Eastern and Tuesday at 11:30 AM Eastern. Unique guests and topics educate, and inspire listeners. Past shows available online. For more information or to be a sponsor of this radio network call 716-522-9185 Our TALK makes a difference!

A bimonthly web-zine of international disability news and views.

Vision therapy, behavioral optometrist, neuro-optometric rehabilitation.

Free demos and workshops on DynaVox & Enkidu communication products. Online workshops are also available. Deb has served NJ families, educators, therapists, medical and assistive technology professionals since 1992. She provides information, assistance and support for evaluations, funding, equipment purchases & rentals and is a NJ Professional Development provider. DynaVox Technologies is the world leader in advanced Augmentative & Alternative Communication solutions.

Clinical psychologist providing services including, but not limited to, Autism Spectrum Disorder evaluation, emotional disorder evaluation, functional behavior analysis, applied behavior analysis strategies, behavior program development, Autism and Asperger's Syndrome intervention program consultation, assistive technology consultation and educational programming solutions, and workshop and in-service presentations. The Tri-Lakes Autism Parent Support Group organized in May 2006. Serving most of Northwest Mississippi. Meets monthly.

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ERIC is an acronym for the Educational Resources Information Center. The ERIC Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education (ERIC EC) is one of 16 federally funded clearinghouses in the ERIC system, a nationwide information network sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Educational Research and Improvement (OERI), and administered by the National Library of Education (NLE).

Developmental Delay Consultant, Inc.; DAN! Healthcare Practitioner; Specialties: All phone consultations

The purpose of Living Independence For Everyone is to empower people with significant disabilities to be as independent and as fully involved in their communities as they can and want to be.

For over 25 years, MAINSTREAM has been advocating for disability rights. Produced by, for, and about people with disabilities, MAINSTREAM covers news & current affairs, new products & technology, profiles of movers & shakers, education, employment, sexuality & relationships, housing, transportation, travel & recreation.