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.

Provide: Developmental and Social/Emotional screenings Behavioral Plans, IEP/SP Education w/examples FBA's, NCLB & IDEA Educational Trainings Attend IAT/IEP/SP/MFE meetings with parent Autism 411, Consulting & Life Coaching Attend Mediations

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.

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.

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.

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).

Welcome to JAN, a free consulting service designed to increase the employability of people with disabilities by: 1) providing individualized work site accommodations solutions, 2) providing technical assistance regarding the ADA and other disability related legislation, and 3) educating callers about self-employment options.

Our programming is exceptional! We will be offering art, dance, drama, and music programs Tuesday through Friday. Classes are limited to 5 children per class. Siblings are welcome to enroll. Registration is required. Fall session dates are October 18th through December 1st; winter session dates January 17th though February 24th; and spring session March 20th through April 28th. Summer brings the Adventure Club. Super Saturdays are jam packed with activities. The Avampato Discovery Museum will visit bringing their portable Planetarium for grades 3rd and up and a read aloud for Pre-K to 2ND grade scene followed by a craft or science experiment. Our Artful Musical Saturdays are mini workshops that are fun for the whole family. A sibling support group mets the first Thursday each month at 5;30. Dinner/chat/social time for ages 9 and older. Parent-to-Parent is group support for parents. Starting in September, six groups will meet once a month. Mom’s every third Tuesday at 10am and at 7 pm; Dad’s Discussion Group every Fourth Tuesday at 7 pm; a parents group the second Thursday at 7pm. There is no need to make a reservation, just come! Parent-to-Parent workshops, lectures, and seminars will be offered through out the year. Topics range from Autism 101; Yoga, Diet, and Stress Management; and Estate Planning for Special Needs Children. The activities and events at Joseph’s Tree House are broken into three age groups and are family centered, requiring a parent be present at all times. The Tree House Gang is geared for Preschool through Kindergarten; The Tree House Club for 1st through 5th grade; and The Club House is 6th grade and older. Some activities and events occur on-site as well as off-site.

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.

Medical H.E.L.P. is a remedial program for medical students and physicians who have learning disabilities/dyslexia and/or ADHD. We attempt to help the participants improve their skills in the following areas: reading comprehension, test-taking strategies with an emphasis on multiple-choice exams, learning techniques, memory strategies, organizational skills and self esteem. We have worked with more than 600 medical students and physicians who represent approximately 75 medical schools. The most common area of weakness is that when they read they do not structure the material in a manner that enables them to recall it later. They "just read words." They make no effort to associate what they are learning with what they already know, and we try to impress upon them that when information is all by itself it is like being on an island with no way of getting to the mainland. They must learn to build a "bridge" to the island. Students are given a structured outline to fill in for topics that puzzle them greatly. Then when that is complete, they develop a map, using color coding to aid them, which provides a multi-sensory experience. H.E.L.P. participants are encouraged to observe how they learn best. Emphasis is also placed on improving self-esteem.

Established in 1981, consultation and advocacy training. Emphasizing adolescent and adult services. To assist families and agencies in advocacy and program design. Information, consultation, and training services available.

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Consultation services in Relationship Development Intervention.