Links

#asperger channel

Online community which is only for people who have autism, Asperger syndrome or a related condition

www.inlv.demon.nl/irc.asperger/  (New window)

4 Paws for Ability

US company which trains and provides assistance dogs to people with disabilities.

www.4pawsforability.org/  (New window)

ABA Educational Resources Ltd.

US site run by the mother of a child with autism, devoted to providing Applied Behavioural Analysis resource materials to children involved in an ABA programme.

www.abaresources.com/  (New window)

ABA Resources

US site run by a father whose child has experienced Applied Behavioural Analysis. Contains large number of links.

rsaffran.tripod.com/aba.html  (New window)

Academy of Cognitive Therapy

Non-profit organization which supports continuing education and research in cognitive therapy, and works towards the identification and certification of clinicians skilled in cognitive therapy.

www.academyofct.org/  (New window)

ADD Contact

UK family-run site aims to promote awareness of ADD/ADHD and to provide information and practical help to sufferers, and their families, or anyone who comes into contact with them.

www.addcontact.org.uk/  (New window)

ADD Information Services (ADDIS)

UK charity, which provides information support and training on ADHD to both parents and professionals.

www.addiss.co.uk/  (New window)

ADHD UK Alliance

UK charity working to raise awareness, influence policy and improve services for children, parents, families and adults affected by ADHD.

www.adhdalliance.org.uk/  (New window)

Adverse Psychiatric Reactions Information Link

UK site which provides information and promotes awareness of psychiatric adverse drug reactions (ADRs) to many kinds of prescribed psychiatric medication.

www.april.org.uk/  (New window)

Advocacy Alliance

Coalition between national charities, and the advocacy and user involvement sector, in the UK. It aims to improve access to advocacy for people who are not heard without the help of someone else.

www.nas.org.uk/alliance/  (New window)

AIT Institute

US organisation which facilitates and provides free referrals to AIT Practitioners worldwide, as well as providing families with AIT information.

www.aitinstitute.org/  (New window)

Alternative medication: Information from the RXList

Searchable data base of alternative medication.

www.rxlist.com/alternative.htm  (New window)

American Art Therapy Association

A not-for-profit organization that has has established standards for art therapy education, ethics, and practice within the USA.

www.arttherapy.org/  (New window)

American Music Therapy Association

Association which aims to advance public awareness of the benefits of music therapy and increase access to quality music therapy services in a rapidly changing world.

www.musictherapy.org/  (New window)

American Occupational Therapy Association

National professional association which represents the interests and concerns of occupational therapy practitioners and students of occupational therapy and to improve the quality of occupational therapy services within the USA.

www.aota.org/  (New window)

American Physical Therapy Association

National professional organization for physical therapists in the USA which aims to foster advancements in physical therapy practice, research, and education.

www.apta.org/  (New window)

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

Professional, scientific, and credentialing association for audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and speech, language, and hearing scientists.

www.asha.org/  (New window)

ANI-L

Run by Autism Network International, this list is intended to be a meeting place and advocacy network for people with autistic spectrum disorders and those with autistic-like traits

ani.autistics.org/ani-l.html  (New window)

Applied Theatre Research and Autism Network (ATRAN)

An online network uniting professionals and parents interested in applying theatre techniques to help individuals with autism.

www.autismtheatre.org/  (New window)

AquaThought Foundation

Privately funded research organization dedicated to the exploration of human-dolphin interaction

www.aquathought.com/  (New window)

AS Interactive Project

Project funded by the Shirley Foundation and run in collaboration with the National Autistic Society. It is investigating the use of virtual environments to support people with Asperger Syndrome.

www.virart.nott.ac.uk/asi/Index.htm  (New window)

ASD-Friendly

UK discussion forum which describes itself as ‘a support network of parents with Autistic and Aspergers children, who discuss life as we know it…'

www.asdfriendly.org/board/index.php?act=idx  (New window)

Asperger Syndrome Foundation

London based charity which aims to promote high quality support and services, and to enable people with Asperger's syndrome to develop into members of the community who are respected for their contribution and recognised for their unique differences.

www.aspergerfoundation.org.uk/  (New window)

Asperger's Syndrome Support Group Online

UK online support group for people with Asperger's Syndrome.

www.assupportgrouponline.co.uk/  (New window)

AspergersUK

UK discussion forum which aims to provide a place where anyone dealing with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder can get together with others and share experiences, knowledge and support.

health.groups.yahoo.com/group/AspergersUK/  (New window)

Aspie Village

A social networking site for anyone over the age of 16 in the United Kingdom, with diagnosed or self-diagnosed Asperger syndrome.

www.aspievillage.org.uk/  (New window)

Aspie Vision

Discussion forum for adults in the UK and Ireland, who are diagnosed with Asperger syndrome

www.aspievision.co.uk/  (New window)

Aspies Dugout

Online forum for adults with an autism spectrum disorder to talk.

uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/aspiesdugout/  (New window)

Aspies For Freedom

Online group for anyone with autism, asperger's or any spectrum condition. Its website aims to serve as a communication hub and collection of resources for the community.

www.aspiesforfreedom.com/  (New window)

Assistance Dogs International, Inc

Coalition of not for profit organizations that train and place Assistance Dogs

www.adionline.org/  (New window)

Association for Play Therapy

US professional society which aims to foster contact among mental health professionals interested in exploring and applying the therapeutic power of play to communicate with and treat clients.

www.a4pt.org/  (New window)

Association for Science in Autism Treatment

US organisation which aims to disseminate accurate, scientifically sound information about autism and treatments for autism and to improve access to effective, science-based treatments for all people with autism.

www.asatonline.org/  (New window)

Association of Professional Music Therapists

Professional body of musical therapists in the UK which has a code of conduct by which all music therapists must abide.

www.apmt.org/  (New window)

Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Independent Practice

UK organisation which provides information on independent speech and language therapists throughout the United Kingdom, and supports therapists in independent practice.

www.helpwithtalking.com  (New window)

Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder Sanctuary

This part of the MH Sanctuary website provides a range of resources on Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder, including articles, bookstore and online chat facility.

www.mhsanctuary.com/add/  (New window)

Attention Deficit Disorder Association

US site covering treatments, research family and many more issues involving Attention Deficit Disorder.

www.add.org/  (New window)

Attention Deficit Disorder Links Project

US portal, providing links to a wide range of other websites on ADHD.

www.AttentionDeficitDisorder.ws  (New window)

Auditory Integration Training Institute

US company which provides auditory integration training.

www.aitinstitute.org/  (New window)

Auditory Integration Training Resources

US company which provides auditory integration training.

www.aitresources.com/  (New window)

Auditory Integration Training Services

US company which provides Auditory Integration Training.

www.auditoryintegration.net/  (New window)

Australian Physiotherapy Association

Professional body which represents the interests of Australian physiotherapists and their patients.

https://apa.advsol.com.au/  (New window)

Australian Rett Syndrome Study

Established to set up a facility for population-based Rett syndrome research in Australia.

www.ichr.uwa.edu.au/rett/aussierett/  (New window)

AutiNet Forum

International electronic list discussing all aspects of autism and developmental disorders, but especially high-functioning autism (HFA) and Asperger syndrome

homepages.iol.ie/~wise/autinet/  (New window)

Autism - Out and About

UK symbol provider whose illustrator has first hand experience of autistic spectrum disorders.

www.autism-out-about.co.uk/  (New window)

Autism Acceptance Project

Canadian organisation which is dedicated to promoting acceptance of and accommodations for autistic people in society.

www.taaproject.com/  (New window)

Autism Aspergers Advocacy Australia

Advocacy organisation for people with autism spectrum disorders which aims to provide a voice on a national and a state and territory level for individuals and groups across Australia

www.a4.org.au/  (New window)

Autism Awareness Forum

UK discussion forum run by the Disabilities Trust

www.autism-awareness.org.uk/philboard.asp  (New window)

Autism Centre

UK company which provides autism rehabilitation therapy, a form of sensory intergration training based on the ideas of Carl Delacato.

www.theautismcentre.co.uk/  (New window)

Autism Centre at Sheffield Hallam University

The Centre is an evolving and developing organisation dedicated to enabling people with autistic spectrum disorders, parents, families and professionals to access information about the autistic spectrum.

www.shu.ac.uk/theautismcentre/  (New window)

Autism Connect

International portal on all aspects on autism, including a discussion forum

www.autismconnect.org/  (New window)

Autism Cymru

Welsh charity which aims to make a real difference to the provision and delivery of services for people with autistic spectrum disorders in Wales

www.autismcymru.org/  (New window)

Autism Data

Online database of published material on autism run by the National Autistic Society. It lists over 17,000 published research papers, books, articles, videos and other materials.

www.nas.org.uk/autismdata/  (New window)

Autism Europe

International association whose main objective is to advance the rights of persons with autism and their families and to help them improve their quality of life.

www.autismeurope.org/  (New window)

Autism File

Independent, UK journal with articles about range of alternative and complementary interventions for people with autism.

www.autismfile.com/  (New window)

Autism Independent UK

UK charity which aims to increase awareness of autism, together with well established and newly developed approaches in the diagnosis, assessment, education and treatment

www.autismuk.com/  (New window)

Autism Independent UK

Message board run by UK charity which exists to increase awareness of autism, together with well established and newly developed approaches in the diagnosis, assessment, education and treatment.

www.autismuk.com/forum/  (New window)

Autism List

International forum for discussion of autism topics

kildall.apana.org.au/autism/  (New window)

Autism London

London charity which provides impartial support, advice and information to individuals, their families and carers, and professionals affected by autism and Asperger syndrome living in Greater London.

www.autismlondon.org.uk/  (New window)

Autism Medical

UK charity dedicated to the investigation and treatment of dietary, gastrointestinal and immune issues in autistic spectrum disorders

www.autismmedical.com/  (New window)

Autism National Committee

Autism advocacy organisation which aims to protect and advance the human rights and civil rights of all persons with autism, pervasive developmental disorder, and related differences of communication and behavior

www.autcom.org/  (New window)

Autism Network for Dietary Interventions

Organisation which provides help and support for families using a gluten and casein free diet in the treatment of autism and related developmental disabilities.

www.autismndi.com/  (New window)

Autism Network International

US-based self-help and advocacy organisation for people with autism.

ani.autistics.org/  (New window)

Autism NI (PAPA)

Northern Irish not-for-profit organisation which provides a range of services to people with autism.

www.autismni.org/  (New window)

Autism Parents

Forum for parents of children with autism who do not wish to ‘cure’ their children

www.autism-forum.co.uk/  (New window)

Autism Research Centre

UK academic centre which aims to understand the biomedical causes of autism spectrum conditions, and develop new and validated methods for assessment and intervention.

www.autismresearchcentre.com/  (New window)

Autism Research Institute

US not-for-profit organisation which provides information about a wide range of autism interventions.

www.autism.com/  (New window)

Autism Research Network

The National Institutes of Health support two major research networks dedicated to understanding and treating autism. This website provides a single source of information about these networks and the research they conduct.

www.autismresearchnetwork.org/  (New window)

Autism Research Unit at the University of Sunderland

UK academic unit which researches dietary interventions for the treatment of autism.

osiris.sunderland.ac.uk/autism/  (New window)

Autism Resources

Listing of online communities which address issues related to autism spectrum disorders.

www.vaporia.com/autism/links/forums.html  (New window)

Autism Service Dogs of America

US, non-profit, organisation that provides service dogs to children living with autism and their families.

autismservicedogsofamerica.com/  (New window)

Autism Services Directory

Online service designed and developed by the National Autistic Society to provide directory information about organisations and services for people with autism in the UK.

www.info.autism.org.uk/  (New window)

Autism Society of America

US not-for-profit organisation which aims to increase public awareness about autism and the day-to-day issues faced by individuals with autism, their families and the professionals with whom they interact.

www.autism-society.org/  (New window)

Autism Speaks

UK charity which aims to act as a catalyst in increasing the funds available for biomedical autism research in the UK.

www.autismspeaks.org.uk/  (New window)

Autism Speaks

US charity dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and cure for autism.

www.autismspeaks.org/  (New window)

Autism Spectrum Disorders - Canadian American Research Consortium

A Canadian group of researchers, clinicians and parents working together to better understand the causes, origins and effects of autism spectrum disorders, and the effects of treatment of persons with an ASD or a related disorder.

asdcarc.com/  (New window)

Autism Treatment Center of America

Division of the US not-for-profit organisation, which describes itself as the worldwide teaching centre for the Son-Rise Programme.

www.autismtreatmentcenter.org/  (New window)

Autism Treatment Trust

Formerly known as Action Against Autism, this Scottish charity aims to raise awareness of potential environmental triggers for autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) and to counter the claims that autism is a purely inherited (genetic) condition.

www.autismtrust.org.uk/  (New window)

Autism UK.

UK mailing list which is not affiliated to any one autism group but provides a forum for wide-ranging discussion on many issues related to autistic spectrum disorders.

lists.autismisanotherworld.com/mailman/listinfo/autism-uk  (New window)

Autism Unravelled

UK charity dedicated to unravelling the biomedical issues associated with autistic spectrum disorders.

www.autism-unravelled.org/  (New window)

Autism: The International Journal of Research and Practice

International journal which provides a major international forum for research of direct and practical relevance to improving the quality of life for individuals with autism or autism-related disorders.

aut.sagepub.com/  (New window)

AutismForum.net

US message board which covers a range of issues

autismforum.net/  (New window)

Autismtalk.net

US-based online community site for people with an interest in autism.

autismtalk.net/  (New window)

Autismweb.com

US message board which covers a range of treatments and therapies.

www.autismweb.com/forum/  (New window)

Autistic Advocacy

A repository for articles, editorials, and questionable attempts at humor by by Frank Klein

home.att.net/~ascaris1/  (New window)

Autistic Self-Advocacy Network

Non-profit organisation run by and for autistics, which aims to improve the representation of the autistic community in public policy discussions as well as to advance the autistic culture movement.

www.autisticadvocacy.org/  (New window)

autistics.org

Website run by people with autism, which describes itself as the real voice of autism.

www.autistics.org/  (New window)

Autuniversity mailing list

Online mailing list for students with an autism spectrum condition studying at university or tertiary education level.

www.larry-arnold.info/Neurodiversityeu/  (New window)

B.I.R.D.

UK charity which provides a unique approach to the treatment of neurological impairment known as 'Developmental Reflexive Rehabilitation'.

www.b-i-r-d.org.uk/  (New window)

Berard AIT website

Site which sets out to explain the Berard AIT method. Includes archives of the Society for Auditory Integration Techniques.

www.berardaitwebsite.com  (New window)

Boston Higashi School

School in Boston, USA which aims to improve the education of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder through the implementation and application of Daily Life Therapy.

www.bostonhigashi.org/  (New window)

Brainwave

UK charity which provides therapy to children with developmental delay whether caused by cerebral palsy, genetic disorder or brain injury.

www.brainwave.org.uk/  (New window)

Bramhall Speech and Language Therapy

UK company which provides a range of speech and language therapy services, including the Child's Talk programme.

bramhallsalt.org/  (New window)

Breaking the Barriers

US-based initiative focused on assisting people with labels of autism who use alternative forms of communication to become more involved in shaping public policy.

www.breaking-the-barriers.org/  (New window)

British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)

UK-based, multi-disciplinary interest group for people involved in the practice and theory of behavioural and cognitive psychotherapy.

www.babcp.com/  (New window)

British Association for Supported Employment

Membership organisation for supported employment agencies and supported businesses in the UK

www.afse.org.uk/  (New window)

British Association of Art Therapists

Professional organisation for art therapists which maintains a comprehensive directory of qualified art therapists and works to promote art therapy in the UK

www.baat.org/  (New window)

British Association of Dietetics

Professional association for dietitians in the UK.

www.bda.uk.com/  (New window)

British Association of Dramatherapists

The professional body for Dramatherapists in the United Kingdom.

www.badth.org.uk/  (New window)

British Association of Occupational Therapists

Professional body and trade union for occupational therapy staff in the UK, which also owns and runs the College of Occupational Therapists.

www.cot.co.uk/  (New window)

British Association of Play Therapists

To relieve the needs of children, young people and adults suffering emotional and behavioural difficulties by promoting the art and science of Play Therapy and promoting high standards in the practice of Play Therapy for the public benefit.

www.bapt.info/  (New window)

British Brain and Spine Foundation

UK charity which develops research, education and information programmes aimed at improving the prevention, treatment and care of people affected by disorders of the brain and spine.

www.brainandspine.org.uk/  (New window)

British Dyslexia Association

UK charity which describes itself as the voice of dyslexic people. It aims to influence government and other institutions to promote a dyslexia friendly society.

www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/  (New window)

British National Formulary (BNF)

This is the web based version of the written formulary (By the British Medical Association and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain) used daily by many UK doctors.

bnf.org/  (New window)

British Nutrition Foundation

UK charity which promotes the wellbeing of society through the impartial interpretation and effective dissemination of scientifically based knowledge and advice on the relationship between diet, physical activity and health

www.nutrition.org.uk/  (New window)

British Sleep Society

UK society

www.sleeping.org.uk/  (New window)

British Society for Music Therapy

UK charity which acts as an advisory body and is a centre of information and dissemination on services, training, bibliography and research, receiving from home and abroad a vast number of enquiries on all aspects of music therapy.

www.bsmt.org/  (New window)

Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies

US, not for profit organisation which encourages the use of behavioral science in solving human problems.

www.behavior.org/  (New window)

Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists

Professional body and for occupational therapy staff in Canada.

www.caot.ca/  (New window)

Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists

Canadian organisation which supports and represents the professional needs of speech-language pathologists, audiologists and supportive personnel in Canada.

www.caslpa.ca/english/index.asp  (New window)

Canadian Autism Intervention Research Network (CAIRN)

Canadian not-for-profit consortium of researchers, parents, professionals, and policy makers working together to develop effective early diagnostic methods and treatments for children with autism spectrum disorders.

www.cairn-site.com/  (New window)

Canadian Physiotherapy Association

Voluntary organisation representing members and students across Canada. It provides leadership and direction to the physiotherapy profession, fosters excellence in practice, education and research and promotes high standards of health in Canada

www.physiotherapy.ca  (New window)

Canine Partners

UK charity which assists disabled people to enjoy greater independence and a better quality of life through the help of specially trained dogs.

www.caninepartners.co.uk/  (New window)

Celiac.com

US website which provides resources and information for people on gluten-free diets due to celiac disease (gluten intolerance).

www.celiac.com/  (New window)

CenterWatch Clinical Trials Listing Service

An international listing of clinical research trials. You can use this listing to search for clinical trials, find out information about physicians and medical centres performing clinical research.

www.centerwatch.com/  (New window)

Challenging Behaviour Foundation

UK charity which exists to demonstrate that individuals with severe learning disabilities who are described as having challenging behaviour can enjoy normal life opportunities when their behaviour is properly understood and appropriately managed

www.thecbf.org.uk/  (New window)

Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

Professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and assistants. It aims to support its members and help them to provide the highest standards of patient care.

www.csp.org.uk/  (New window)

Chelation Watch

A sceptical view of chelation therapy operated by Stephen Barrett, M.D.

www.chelationwatch.org/  (New window)

Childhood Autism Research Group Online - North East (CARGO-ne)

Online resource for families and health professionals that aims to provide up to date information on research projects for Children and Adolescents with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) within the Newcastle University and the University of Durham

www.ncl.ac.uk/cargo-ne/  (New window)

Children's Craniofacial Association

Add description.

www.ccakids.com  (New window)

Clinical Evidence

Run by the British Medical Journal, this is a database of evidence for effective health care.

www.clinicalevidence.com/  (New window)

Cochrane Collaboration

An international not-for-profit organisation, providing up-to-date information about the effects of health care. It provides the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, part of The Cochrane Library, the definitive resource for evidence-based health care.

www.cochrane.org/  (New window)

Complementary and Alternative Medicine Index

Run by the University of Maryland Medical Center, this site provides detailed information about a range of conditions, treatments, drugs, herbs and supplements.

www.umm.edu/altmed/  (New window)

Connections Center

US company which provides the Relationship Development Intervention programme.

www.rdiconnect.com/  (New window)

Craniosacral Therapy Association

UK, not-for-profit organisation which provides details of cranio sacral therapy, used to treat a range of conditions including autism.

www.craniosacral.co.uk/  (New window)

Cure Autism Now

US not-for-profit organisation of parents, clinicians and leading scientists committed to accelerating the pace of biomedical research in autism through raising money for research projects, education and outreach.

www.cureautismnow.org/  (New window)

Current Controlled Trials

Current Controlled Trials allows users to search, register and share information about randomised controlled trials.

www.controlled-trials.com/  (New window)

d02learn

Website offering free picture cards to print out and use as communication tools for children with special learning needs, including Asperger syndrome, autism and ADHD.

www.dotolearn.com/  (New window)

DEAL Communication Centre

Australian organisation which provides services to people who are unable to talk, or to talk clearly, as a result of conditions such as cerebral palsy, strokes, acquired brain damage, autism, Down syndrome, or intellectual impairment.

home.vicnet.net.au/%7Edealcc/welcome.htm  (New window)

Delacato International

International company which provides the Delacato-Doman therapy.

www.delacato.net/  (New window)

Delta Society

US, non-profit organisation which promotes the results of research into animal therapies to the media and health and human services organizations.

www.deltasociety.org/  (New window)

Division TEACCH

Part of the Department of Psychiatry of the School of Medicine at the University of North Carolina in the USA. This site describes the organisation and range of services it can offer, including delivery of the TEACCH programme.

www.teacch.com/  (New window)

Dogs for the Disabled

UK charity which trains dogs to help disabled people live life more independently.

www.dogsforthedisabled.org/  (New window)

Dolphin Human Therapy

US organisation run by Dr. David Nathanson, the creator of dolphin human therapy, a form of dolphin-assisted therapy.

www.dolphinhumantherapy.com/  (New window)

Dolphin Research Center

US, not-for-profit education and research organisation which houses a family of dolphins.

www.dolphins.org/  (New window)

Dore

Commercial company which operates worldwide and provides the Dore programme.

www.dore.co.uk/  (New window)

Dr. Morton Ann Gernsbacher's Laboratory

Part of the University of Wisconsin website, this site claims to distinguish uninformed stereotype from scientific reality and to move beyond myths and misconceptions.

psych.wisc.edu/lang/autism-research.html  (New window)

Dramatherapy Network

An resource for drama therapists.

www.dramatherapy.net/  (New window)

Drug information from Medline Plus

US site run by the Institute of Health (NIH), which provides information on thousands of prescription and over-the-counter medications.

www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginformation.html  (New window)

Drugs.com - Drug Information Online

US site which provides comprehensive information on over 24,000 different drugs and medicines, for both consumers and healthcare professionals.

www.drugs.com/  (New window)

Eat Well, Be Well

Site run by the Food Standards Agency in the UK which provides information about food and nutrition.

www.eatwell.gov.uk/  (New window)

Education Resources Information Center

Sponsored by the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) of the U.S. Department of Education, this is one of the world's premier databases of journal and non-journal education literature.

eric.ed.gov/  (New window)

Encephalitis Society

UK charity which aims to improve the quality of life of all people affected directly and indirectly by encephalitis.

www.encephalitis.info/  (New window)

Enzymes and Autism forum

This forum is for the discussion of digestive enzymes, other types of supplements, diet, feeding issues and intestinal health.

health.groups.yahoo.com/group/enzymesandautism/  (New window)

Epilepsy Action

Largest member-led epilepsy organisation in Britain, acting as the voice for the UK's people with epilepsy, as well as their friends, families, carers, health professionals and the many other people on whose lives the condition has an impact.

www.epilepsy.org.uk/  (New window)

Equilibrium

UK self harm awareness organisation designed to help educate and support people who self harm and their family and friends.

www.selfharmony.co.uk/  (New window)

ERIC (Education and Resources for Improving Childhood Continence)

UK charity providing information, support and resources on childhood bedwetting, daytime wetting, soiling and constipation to children, young people, families and health professionals.

www.eric.org.uk/  (New window)

Facilitated Communication Institute

US academic institute which conducts research, training, and public education around facilitated communication.

suedweb.syr.edu/thefci/  (New window)

First Steps to Freedom

Contains information about this UK charity, which offers help to those who suffer from phobias, panic attacks, general anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorders and tranquilliser withdrawal.

www.first-steps.org/  (New window)

Floortime Foundation

US organisation which aims to redefine the potential of children with developmental and communication challenges by making the DIR/Floortime model broadly available.

www.floortime.org/  (New window)

Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities

International journal which provides practical elements of management, treatment, planning, and education for persons with autism and pervasive developmental disorders

htttp://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/proedcw/focus  (New window)

Food Standards Agency

United Kingdom statutory agency which aims to protect the public's health and consumer interests in relation to food.

www.food.gov.uk/  (New window)

Fragile X Society

A UK charity which provides support and information for Fragile X families from those who share and understand their concerns and needs.

www.fragilex.org.uk/  (New window)

Fraxa Research Foundation

US not for profit organisation which funds grants and fellowships in research into Fragile X Syndrome at universities all over the world.

www.fraxa.org/  (New window)

Generation Rescue

US-based, parent-led organisation which states that its mission is to share the truth with parents about the cause of their child’s developmental disabilities i.e. mercury poisoining.

www.generationrescue.org/  (New window)

Gentle Teaching

Run by the Gentle Teaching Institute in the Netherlands, this site sets out the principles of Gentle Teaching.

www.gentleteaching.nl/indexus.htm  (New window)

Georgiana Institute

US not-for-profit organisation that provides auditory integration training.

www.georgianainstitute.org/  (New window)

GFCF Diet Support Group

US website run by this parent led support group. Provides practical advice on how to implement a gluten and casein free diet.

www.gfcfdiet.com/  (New window)

GFlinks.com

US site which provides links to wide range of other sites on gluten free diets.

gflinks.com/  (New window)

Gray Center for Social Learning and Understanding

Describes itself as the official Social Stories website, with information about guidelines for writing Social Stories™, sample Stories, and additional resources for using Social Stories™ with the children in your life.

www.thegraycenter.org/  (New window)

Growing Minds Autism Programs

US company which provides a range of interventions including ABA and an alternative version of the Son-Rise programme.

www.autism-programs.com/sonrise.htm  (New window)

Hanen Centre

Canadian charity which provides family-focused early language intervention programs and learning resources for parents and professionals around the world.

www.hanen.org/  (New window)

Healing Thresholds

US site which was created to connect parents to autism therapy information as quickly and efficiently as possible. It provides therapy fact sheets, research summaries, news summaries, and a community centre.

autism.healingthresholds.com/  (New window)

Healthy Detox

US site run by the Health Detox Institute, a company run by Dr. Timothy Ray which provides information about various forms of heavy metal detoxification.

www.healthydetox.org  (New window)

Help Us Learn

US site which provides a self-paced training programme designed to help parents of children with autism to set up and manage a home-based ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis)programme.

www.helpuslearn.com/  (New window)

Horizon School

A residential school specialising in the education and care of young people aged 4 to 19 with Autism. Follows some of the principles of Higashi (Daily Life) Therapy.

www.prioryeducation.com/horizon  (New window)

Hyperactive Children's Support Group

UK charity which offers information about hyperactivity and the HACSG, which advocates a dietary approach to living with ADHD.

www.hacsg.org.uk/  (New window)

independent living on the autistic spectrum

International online support group for people with Autism or related conditions, including but not limited to Asperger Syndrome.

www.inlv.demon.nl/  (New window)

Indian Association of Physiotherapists

Professional body for physiotherapists in India.

www.physiotherapyindia.org/  (New window)

Indian Speech Language and Hearing Association

Professional association for Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists working in India.

www.ishaindia.org/  (New window)

Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis

US company which aims to advance positive practices in the field of challenging behaviour through the use of applied behavioural analysis.

www.iaba.com/  (New window)

Institutes for the Achievement of Human Potential

US-based nonprofit educational organisation that provides information and a range of services around child development, especially the Doman-Delacato Method.

www.iahp.org/  (New window)

Intensive Interaction Institute

UK organisation which aims to create a membership scheme and members network, and develop a structure of accredited coursed for Intensive Interaction.

www.intensiveinteraction.co.uk/  (New window)

Interactive Autism Network

US-based organisation which aims to facilitate research that will lead to advancements in the prevention, treatment, and cure of autism spectrum disorders.

www.iancommunity.org/  (New window)

Interdisciplinary Council on Developmental and Learning Disorders

US organisation which aims to advance the identification, prevention, and treatment of developmental and learning disorders through the promotion of the Floortime model.

www.icdl.com/  (New window)

International Rett Syndrome Association

Organisation dedicated to providing families with medical information, funding research, offering support, and raising public awareness and advocating for those with Rett syndrome.

www.rettsyndrome.org  (New window)

International Society for Autism Research

Scientific and professional organization devoted to advancing knowledge about autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), including autism, Apserger syndrome and Pervasive Developmental Disorders Not Otherwise Specified (PDD NOS).

www.autism-insar.org/  (New window)

Irish Society for Autism

Irish charity which provides a range of services for people with autism.

www.iol.ie/%7Eisa1/  (New window)

Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind

Irish charity which provides guide dogs for blind and partially sighed people. Also runs the Assistance Dogs for Families of Children with Autism programme.

guidedog.web59.thomascrosbieholdings.com/  (New window)

Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists

Professional representative body in the Republic of Ireland for chartered physiotherapists.

www.iscp.ie/  (New window)

Irlen Central England

Midlands-based branch of this UK company which provides information about and supplies Irlen lenses.

www.irlencentralengland.co.uk/  (New window)

Irlen Centre North West

North-West branch of this UK company which provides information about and supplies Irlen lenses.

www.irlen.org.uk/  (New window)

Irlen Institute

International organisation which prescribes and supplies lenses to correct Irlen Syndrome. This, it is claimed, affects a range of people, incuding some individuals with autism.

www.irlen.com/  (New window)

Ivan’s Dolphin Dream

UK website run by Ivan's mum which reports on his use of dolphin therapy.

www.ivansdolphindream.co.uk/  (New window)

Jacqui Jackson

Personal website of a single parent of seven lively children, three girls in the midst of adolescence and four boys all of whom are on the autistic spectrum.

www.jacquijackson.com/  (New window)

Joeschedule.com

The website provides a fast, easy tool to create visual strategies including activity schedules, choice boards and visual stories. Schedules and pictures are offered for free.

www.joeschedule.com/  (New window)

Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

International journal which covers severe psychopathologies found in childhood, including autism and childhood schizophrenia.

www.ingentaconnect.com/content/klu/jadd  (New window)

Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities

Published on behalf of the British Institute of Learning Disabilities, this journal covers many aspects of learning disabilities including autism.

www.blackwell-synergy.com/loi/jar  (New window)

Laboratory for Research into Autism

UK academic unit which conducts research into aspects of psychological functioning in autism.

www.psychol.cam.ac.uk/lara/  (New window)

LifeLink

UK organisation which provides free support and advice to people in crisis and self harming or at risk of suicide.

www.lifelink.org.uk/  (New window)

LifeSIGNS (Self Injury Guidance & Network Support)

UK self help group which aims to support all people who are affected in anyway by self injury within the United Kingdom and beyond.

www.lifesigns.ukf.net/  (New window)

Lovaas Institute

US not-for-profit organisation which provides the Lovaas form of Applied Behavioural Analysis.

www.lovaas.com/  (New window)

Lupron Depot com

US site run by TAP Pharmaceutical Products Inc, to tell people about the drug Lupron.

www.lupron.com/  (New window)

Medicine Database from Net Doctor

Compiled by NetDoctor pharmacists, this database contains important information about each product, such as its uses and the possible side effects.

www.netdoctor.co.uk/medicines/  (New window)

Miller Method

UK website promoting the Miller Method, a cognitive-developmental systems approach for children on the autism spectrum.

www.millermethod.org/  (New window)

MMR - the facts

UK Government-run website, which makes the case for MMR vaccines.

www.mmrthefacts.nhs.uk/  (New window)

Moebius Syndrome Foundation

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www.moebiussyndrome.com  (New window)

National Association for Colitis and Crohn's Disease

UK membership charity open to people who have Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn’s Disease, their families and friends, health professionals and anyone interested in supporting the work of the Association.

www.nacc.org.uk/  (New window)

National Association of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapists

US organization dedicated solely to the teaching and practice of cognitive-behavioural psychotherapy.

www.nacbt.org/  (New window)

National Autistic Society

UK charity which exists to champion the rights and interests of all people with autism and to ensure that they and their families receive quality services appropriate to their needs

www.nas.org.uk  (New window)

National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence

Independent organisation responsible for providing national guidance on promoting good health and preventing and treating ill health in the UK.

www.nice.org.uk/  (New window)

National Light & Sound Therapy Centre

UK company which provides range of specialised treatments for a variety of disabilities including autism, learning disabilities and behavioural problems.

www.light-and-sound.co.uk/  (New window)

National Phobics Society

Contains information about this Uk user-led organisation, which is run by sufferers and ex-sufferers of anxiety disorders, plus information about a range of anxiety-related disorders.

www.phobics-society.org.uk/  (New window)

National Self Harm Network

UK self help group committed to campaigning for the rights and understanding of people who self-harm.

www.nshn.co.uk/  (New window)

National Service Dogs

Canadian, non-profit registered charity specializing in breeding, training and placing Labrador and Golden Retrievers with children who have autism.

www.nsd.on.ca/  (New window)

National Society for Epilepsy

UK charity which provides information and support to people with epilepsy. It also provides care for people with epilepsy through medical and residential services.

www.epilepsynse.org.uk/  (New window)

National Society for Phenylketonuria

UK organisation which exists to help and support people with PKU, their families and carers.

www.nspku.org/  (New window)

National Speech/Language Therapy Center

US company which specialises in learning disorders and has produced MAP, a computer program for children with an autistic spectrum disorder.

www.nationalspeech.com/  (New window)

neurodiversity.com

Personal, US-based website run by Kathleen Seidel, which aims to raise awareness of autistic spectrum disorders and some of the problems faced by people with autism.

www.neurodiversity.com/  (New window)

New England Center for Children

US school for children with autism which provides education and individualised treatment for children with autism and related disabilities.

www.necc.org/  (New window)

New Zealand Association of Occupational Therapists (Inc)

Professional body which provides services, support, representation and networking opportunities for occupational therapists in New Zealand.

www.nzaot.com/  (New window)

New Zealand Rett Syndrome Association

New Zealand support group providing advice for families and therapists dealing with the complex symptoms of Rett Syndrome.

www.rettsyndrome.org.nz/  (New window)

New Zealand Society of Physiotherapists

Professional body for physiotherapists in New Zealand.

physiotherapy.org.nz/  (New window)

No Panic

Contains information about this charity, as well as a range of information on panic attacks, phobias, obsessive/compulsive disorders and other related anxiety disorders.

www.nopanic.org.uk/  (New window)

North Star Foundation

US charity which trains and supplies assistance dogs to people with disabilities.

www.northstardogs.com/  (New window)

Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employment

Umbrella organisation representing individuals and organisations providing employment opportunities for people with disabilities through the Supported Employment model in Northern Ireland.

www.niuse.org.uk/  (New window)

Nutritionnutrition.com

Uk site run by a registered dietitian, much of the information having been developed with other dietitians and experienced professionals to provide neutral, informed advice and signposting.

www.nutritionnutrition.com/  (New window)

Occupational Therapy (OT) Australia

Professional body representing the interests of occupational therapists in Australia.

www.ausot.com.au/  (New window)

OCD Action

Contains information about this UK charity, which provides information, advice and support for people with obsessive compulsive disorder and related disorders.

www.ocdaction.org.uk/  (New window)

OCD Centre

Dedicated online, telephone and in-person treatment centre for individuals in the UK with anxiety conditions, particularly obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).

www.ocdcentre.com/  (New window)

OCD-UK

Website founded for people in the UK who are affected by Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD. Hosted by the national charity of the same name.

www.ocduk.org/  (New window)

Office of Dietary Supplements

Office of Dietary Supplements

dietary-supplements.info.nih.gov/  (New window)

Online Asperger Syndrome Information and Support

US based parent-run site, providing information about Asperger Syndrome.

www.udel.edu/bkirby/asperger/  (New window)

Organization for Autism Research

US support group led by parents and grandparents of children and adults on the autism spectrum. Aims to use applied science to answer questions that parents, families, individuals with autism, teachers and caregivers confront daily.

www.researchautism.org/  (New window)

Paains Forum

UK message board run by Public Awareness Autism, a self-help organisation run by parents.

www.paains.org/forums/index.php?act=idx  (New window)

PACT (Pre-school Autism Communication Trial)

This study tests a treatment that aims to enhance parent-child communication in autism and the social and language development of the child.

www.medicine.manchester.ac.uk/pact/  (New window)

Parents for the Early Intervention of Autism in Children (PEACH)

UK parent-led group aiming to encourage, support and inform parents of children with autism.

www.peach.org.uk/  (New window)

pecanbread.com

Commercial website which provides information about the specific carbohydrate diet, a strict, complex and restrictive diet which excludes complex carbohydrates.

www.pecanbread.com/  (New window)

Play Therapy UK

UK not for profit organisation dedicated to promoting the use of play and creative arts as ways of enabling children to reach their full potential.

www.playtherapy.org.uk/  (New window)

PubMed

Developed by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) at the National Library of Medicine (NLM) in the US, this international database provides access to bibliographic information about a vast range of journals.

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?db=PubMed  (New window)

Pyramid Educational Consultants UK Ltd

UK branch of this US company which offers a wide range of consulting services and products for educators and parents of children and adults with autism and related disabilities.

www.pecs.org.uk/  (New window)

Pyramid Educational Consultants, Inc

US company which offers a wide range of consulting services and products for educators and parents of children and adults with autism and related disabilities.

www.pecs.com/  (New window)

Quackwatch

Nonprofit corporation whose purpose is to combat health-related frauds, myths, fads, and fallacies.

www.quackwatch.org/  (New window)

Raising Kids

UK message board, run by commercial organisation, which includes a section on Autism and Asperger syndrome.

www.raisingkids.co.uk/forum/display_forum_topics.asp?ForumID=11  (New window)

Rebound Therapy Consultancy

Official UK body of reference, website and provider of certificated training courses for rebound therapy.

www.reboundtherapy.org  (New window)

Research Autism

The only UK charity exclusively dedicated to research into interventions in autism. It carries out high quality, independent research into new and existing health, education, social and other interventions.

www.researchautism.net  (New window)

Responsive Teaching International Outreach

Commercial organisation which developed and delivers the responsive teaching programme.

www.responsiveteaching.org/  (New window)

Rett Syndrome Association

UK organisation giving help, advice and support to parents, carers, siblings and professionals, in fact anybody involved with a child or adult who has Rett syndrome.

www.rettsyndrome.org.uk/  (New window)

Rett Syndrome Association Ireland

Irish support group for parents and families of children with Rett Syndrome.

www.rettsyndromeireland.com/  (New window)

Rett Syndrome Research Foundation

Desscribes itself as the world's leading private funder of Rett research.

www.rsrf.org/  (New window)

Riding for the Disabled

UK federation of member groups, which are dedicated to improving the lives of people with disabilities, through the provision of opportunities for riding and/or carriage driving.

www.riding-for-disabled.org.uk/  (New window)

Risperdal

The official site of Risperdal, the US name for the drug Risperidone.

www.risperdal.com/  (New window)

Roundabout

London charity which conducts long-term and short-term dramatherapy projects with a range of clients, including people with autism.

www.roundabout.nildram.co.uk/  (New window)

Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

UK professional body for speech and language therapists and support workers. We promote excellence in practice and influence health, education and social care policies.

www.rcslt.org/  (New window)

RxList Medication Monographs

Us site which gives detai