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This section contains links to some of the most important websites on autism research and related issues.

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#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)
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4 Paws for Ability US company which trains and provides assistance dogs to people with disabilities. www.4pawsforability.org/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Action on Access UK co-ordination team for widening participation in higher education, funded by the Higher Education Funding Council for England and Northern Ireland's Department for Employment and Learning. www.actiononaccess.org/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Alternative medication: Information from the RXList Searchable data base of alternative medication. www.rxlist.com/alternative.htm (New window)
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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)
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American Chiropractic Association US professional association which represents doctors of chiropractic. The ACA provides lobbying, public relations, professional and educational opportunities for doctors of chiropractic, funds research regarding chiropractic and health issues, and offers leadership for the advancement of the profession. www.amerchiro.org (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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AquaThought Foundation Privately funded research organization dedicated to the exploration of human-dolphin interaction www.aquathought.com/ (New window)
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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)
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AS Stories Website which seeks to collect and share biographies from those with Aspergers syndrome www.as-stories.co.uk (New window)
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AS Stories Website which seeks to collect and share biographies from those with Aspergers syndrome in order to raise awareness and understanding of the issues facing people with this condition. www.as-stories.co.uk (New window)
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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)
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ASLPro.com Designed as a free resource on American Sign Language for the classroom teacher. www.aslpro.com/ (New window)
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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)
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Asperger's Syndrome Support Group Online UK online support group for people with Asperger's Syndrome. www.assupportgrouponline.co.uk/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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Aspie Vision Discussion forum for adults in the UK and Ireland, who are diagnosed with Asperger syndrome www.aspievision.co.uk/ (New window)
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Aspies Dugout Online forum for adults with an autism spectrum disorder to talk. uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/aspiesdugout/ (New window)
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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)
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Assistance Dogs International, Inc Coalition of not for profit organizations that train and place Assistance Dogs www.adionline.org/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Attention Deficit Disorder Association US site covering treatments, research family and many more issues involving Attention Deficit Disorder. www.add.org/ (New window)
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Attention Deficit Disorder Links Project US portal, providing links to a wide range of other websites on ADHD. www.AttentionDeficitDisorder.ws (New window)
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Auditory Integration Training Institute US company which provides auditory integration training. www.aitinstitute.org/ (New window)
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Auditory Integration Training Resources US company which provides auditory integration training. www.aitresources.com/ (New window)
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Auditory Integration Training Services US company which provides Auditory Integration Training. www.auditoryintegration.net/ (New window)
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Australian Physiotherapy Association Professional body which represents the interests of Australian physiotherapists and their patients. https://apa.advsol.com.au/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Autism Acceptance Project Canadian organisation which is dedicated to promoting acceptance of and accommodations for autistic people in society. www.taaproject.com/ (New window)
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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)
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Autism Awareness Forum UK discussion forum run by the Disabilities Trust www.autism-awareness.org.uk/philboard.asp (New window)
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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)
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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)
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Autism Connect International portal on all aspects on autism, including a discussion forum www.autismconnect.org/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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Autism Education Trust UK charity which aims to create a platform for voluntary, independent and statutory providers to plan and develop appropriate autism education provision across all education settings, including early years. www.autism.org.uk/aet (New window)
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Autism Education Trust UK charity which aims to create a platform for voluntary, independent and statutory providers to plan and develop appropriate autism education provision across all education settings, including early years. www.autismeducationtrust.org.uk (New window)
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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)
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Autism File Independent, UK journal with articles about range of alternative and complementary interventions for people with autism. www.autismfile.com/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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Autism List International forum for discussion of autism topics kildall.apana.org.au/autism/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Autism Network International US-based self-help and advocacy organisation for people with autism. ani.autistics.org/ (New window)
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Autism NI (PAPA) Northern Irish not-for-profit organisation which provides a range of services to people with autism. www.autismni.org/ (New window)
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Autism Parents Forum for parents of children with autism who do not wish to ‘cure’ their children www.autism-forum.co.uk/ (New window)
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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)
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Autism Research Institute US not-for-profit organisation which provides information about a wide range of autism interventions. www.autism.com/ (New window)
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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)
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Autism Resources Listing of online communities which address issues related to autism spectrum disorders. www.vaporia.com/autism/links/forums.html (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Autism Speaks US charity dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and cure for autism. www.autismspeaks.org/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Autism Unravelled UK charity dedicated to unravelling the biomedical issues associated with autistic spectrum disorders. www.autism-unravelled.org/ (New window)
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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)
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AutismForum.net US message board which covers a range of issues autismforum.net/ (New window)
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Autismtalk.net US-based online community site for people with an interest in autism. autismtalk.net/ (New window)
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Autismweb.com US message board which covers a range of treatments and therapies. www.autismweb.com/forum/ (New window)
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Autistic Advocacy A repository for articles, editorials, and questionable attempts at humor by by Frank Klein home.att.net/~ascaris1/ (New window)
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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)
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Autistica UK charity which aims to act as a catalyst in increasing the funds available for biomedical autism research in the UK. www.autistica.org.uk/ (New window)
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autistics.org Website run by people with autism, which describes itself as the real voice of autism. www.autistics.org/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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BioMedSearch BioMedSearch is a biomedical search engine that contains NIH/PubMed documents, plus a large collection of theses, dissertations, and other publications not found anywhere else for free. www.BioMedSearch.com (New window)
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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)
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Brain Bank for Autism and Related Developmental Research Part of the Thomas Willis Oxford Brain Collection at Oxford University, this organisation exists to develop a similar programme in the UK to the Autism Tissue Program, which has been developed in the US by Autism Speaks Inc. www.brainbankforautism.org.uk/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Bright Futures Bright Futures is a UK charity that has been set up by parents to achieve the following objectives: * Explore, through research, ways of meeting the health, education and social needs of people with autism and related developmental difficulties. * Provide resulting information on good practice in autism provision to a range of stakeholders. www.brightfuturesautism.co.uk (New window)
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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)
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British Association for Supported Employment Membership organisation for supported employment agencies and supported businesses in the UK www.afse.org.uk/ (New window)
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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)
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British Association of Dietetics Professional association for dietitians in the UK. www.bda.uk.com/ (New window)
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British Association of Dramatherapists The professional body for Dramatherapists in the United Kingdom. www.badth.org.uk/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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British Deaf Association UK deaf organisation run by deaf people for deaf people. bda.org.uk/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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British Sign Language.com Site which is is designed as a guide to British Sign Language. www.britishsignlanguage.com/ (New window)
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British Sleep Society UK society www.sleeping.org.uk/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists Professional body and for occupational therapy staff in Canada. www.caot.ca/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Centre for Studies on Inclusive Education Uk charity which actively supports inclusive education as a human right of every child. www.csie.org.uk/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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Chelation Watch A sceptical view of chelation therapy operated by Stephen Barrett, M.D. www.chelationwatch.org/ (New window)
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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)
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Children's Craniofacial Association Add description. www.ccakids.com (New window)
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Clinical Evidence Run by the British Medical Journal, this is a database of evidence for effective health care. www.clinicalevidence.com/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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Connections Center US company which provides the Relationship Development Intervention programme. www.rdiconnect.com/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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Current Controlled Trials Current Controlled Trials allows users to search, register and share information about randomised controlled trials. www.controlled-trials.com/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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Delacato International International company which provides the Delacato-Doman therapy. www.delacato.net/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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Dogs for the Disabled UK charity which trains dogs to help disabled people live life more independently. www.dogsforthedisabled.org/ (New window)
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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)
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Dolphin Research Center US, not-for-profit education and research organisation which houses a family of dolphins. www.dolphins.org/ (New window)
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Dore Commercial company which operates worldwide and provides the Dore programme. www.dore.co.uk/ (New window)
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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)
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Dramatherapy Network An resource for drama therapists. www.dramatherapy.net/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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Early Developmental Studies Lab Part of the U.C. Davis Mind Institute, this academic institute researches various aspects of autism and is home to the Early Start Denver Model. www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/edsl/esdm/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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ESPA Research UK company which aims to improve the quality of life for people with autism spectrum conditions through high-quality publishable research and the provision of analytical services. Most of the staff previoulsy worked for the Autism Research Centre at the University of Sunderland, which has now closed down. www.espa-research.org.uk (New window)
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Facilitated Communication Institute US academic institute which conducts research, training, and public education around facilitated communication. suedweb.syr.edu/thefci/ (New window)
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Feingold Association of the United States An organisation of families and professionals which aims to help children and adults apply dietary techniques for better behaviour, learning and health. www.feingold.org (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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General Chiropractic Council UK-wide statutory body with regulatory powers, established by the Chiropractors Act 1994. www.gcc-uk.org/page.cfm (New window)
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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)
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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)
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Georgiana Institute US not-for-profit organisation that provides auditory integration training. www.georgianainstitute.org/ (New window)
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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)
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GFlinks.com US site which provides links to wide range of other sites on gluten free diets. gflinks.com/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Healthtalkonline Charity website which lets you share in other people's experiences of health and illness. You can watch or listen to videos of the interviews, read about people's experiences and find reliable information about conditions, treatment choices and support. www.healthtalkonline.org/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Inclusion UK Government website which includes a catalogue of resources to support individual learning needs for teaching professionals, parents, carers and learners inclusion.ngfl.gov.uk/ (New window)
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Inclusion Europe Non-profit organisation that campaigns for the rights and interests of people with intellectual disabilities and their families throughout Europe. www.inclusion-europe.org/ (New window)
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Inclusion International Global federation of family-based organizations advocating for the human rights of people with intellectual disabilities and their families worldwide. www.inclusion-international.org/ (New window)
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Inclusion Ireland National voluntary organisation working to promote the rights of people with an intellectual disability in Ireland to ensure their full and equal participation in society www.inclusionireland.ie/ (New window)
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Inclusion Scotland Consortium of organisations of disabled people and disabled individuals in Scotland. www.inclusionscotland.org/ (New window)
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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)
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Indian Association of Physiotherapists Professional body for physiotherapists in India. www.physiotherapyindia.org/ (New window)
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Indian Speech Language and Hearing Association Professional association for Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists working in India. www.ishaindia.org/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Irish Society for Autism Irish charity which provides a range of services for people with autism. www.iol.ie/%7Eisa1/ (New window)
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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)
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Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists Professional representative body in the Republic of Ireland for chartered physiotherapists. www.iscp.ie/ (New window)
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Irlen Central England Midlands-based branch of this UK company which provides information about and supplies Irlen lenses. www.irlencentralengland.co.uk/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Koegel Autism Center Part of the University of California at Santa Barbara, this academic institute aims to increase understanding of autism spectrum disorders, the development and implementation of state-of-the-art pivotal response treatments, as well as the improvement of elementary and secondary education efforts for children with autism and other severe disabilities. kady.education.ucsb.edu/autism/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Lovaas Institute US not-for-profit organisation which provides the Lovaas form of Applied Behavioural Analysis. www.lovaas.com/ (New window)
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Lupron Depot com US site run by TAP Pharmaceutical Products Inc, to tell people about the drug Lupron. www.lupron.com/ (New window)
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Makaton Charity UK charity which promotes the Makaton sign language. www.makaton.org/ (New window)
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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)
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Miller Method UK website promoting the Miller Method, a cognitive-developmental systems approach for children on the autism spectrum. www.millermethod.org/ (New window)
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MMR - the facts UK Government-run website, which makes the case for MMR vaccines. www.mmrthefacts.nhs.uk/ (New window)
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Moebius Syndrome Foundation Add description. www.moebiussyndrome.com (New window)
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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)
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National Association of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapists US organization dedicated solely to the teaching and practice of cognitive-behavioural psychotherapy. www.nacbt.org/ (New window)
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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)
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National Centre for High Functioning Autism The National Centre for High Functioning Autism is based at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Trust.. The clinic is a national resource for children with suspected high functioning autism or Asperger syndrome who have social, educational or behavioural difficulties. www.ich.ucl.ac.uk/gosh/clinicalservices/autism_services/Homepage (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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National Society for Phenylketonuria UK organisation which exists to help and support people with PKU, their families and carers. www.nspku.org/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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New Zealand Society of Physiotherapists Professional body for physiotherapists in New Zealand. physiotherapy.org.nz/ (New window)
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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)
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North Star Foundation US charity which trains and supplies assistance dogs to people with disabilities. www.northstardogs.com/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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Occupational Therapy (OT) Australia Professional body representing the interests of occupational therapists in Australia. www.ausot.com.au/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Office of Dietary Supplements Office of Dietary Supplements dietary-supplements.info.nih.gov/ (New window)
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Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre Part of La Trobe University in Australia, the centre was established to advance knowledge of the nature and causes of autism spectrum disorders, as well as to develop and study evidence-based strategies for supporting children and families affected by autism spectrum disorders. www.latrobe.edu.au/otarc/ (New window)
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Online Asperger Syndrome Information and Support US based parent-run site, providing information about Asperger Syndrome. www.udel.edu/bkirby/asperger/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Parents for Inclusion UK self-help group of parents helping parents so that disabled children can learn, make friends and have a voice in ordinary schools and throughout life. www.parentsforinclusion.org/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Quackwatch Nonprofit corporation whose purpose is to combat health-related frauds, myths, fads, and fallacies. www.quackwatch.org/ (New window)
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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)
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Rebound Therapy Consultancy Official UK body of reference, website and provider of certificated training courses for rebound therapy. www.reboundtherapy.org (New window)
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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)
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Responsive Teaching International Outreach Commercial organisation which developed and delivers the responsive teaching programme. www.responsiveteaching.org/ (New window)
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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)
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Rett Syndrome Association Ireland Irish support group for parents and families of children with Rett Syndrome. www.rettsyndromeireland.com/ (New window)
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Rett Syndrome Research Foundation Desscribes itself as the world's leading private funder of Rett research. www.rsrf.org/ (New window)
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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)
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Risperdal The official site of Risperdal, the US name for the drug Risperidone. www.risperdal.com/ (New window)
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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)
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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)
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RxList Medication Monographs Us site which gives detailed reports on psychiatric medications. A-Z listing of topics and also searchable by the generic name of the medication. www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/ (New window)
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SCD WebLibrary Online discussion group for users of the specific carbohydrate diet, a strict, complex and restrictive diet which excludes complex carbohydrates. www.scdiet.org/ (New window)
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SCERTS model This website offers comprehensive information about the SCERTS Model and its collaborators, and resources that are available to assist professionals and parents in developing and implementing educational programs based on the SCERTS Model. www.scerts.com/ (New window)
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Scottish Society for Autism Scottish charity which provides services, influences policy and practice, and raises public awareness about autistic specturm disorders. www.autism-in-scotland.org.uk (New window)
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Scottish Union of Supported Employment Umbrella organisation for public, private and voluntary bodies interested in supported employment, social inclusion and the changeover from traditional resource centre based day services to programmes in the community. www.suse.org.uk/ (New window)
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Self-Injury & Related Issues UK self help group which aims to inform, educate, and offer support to self-injurers and those who support them. www.siari.co.uk/ (New window)
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SENSE ((National Deafblind and Rubella Association) UK charity which offers a wide range of support and services across the UK to help sensory impaired people of all ages to reach their full potential. www.sense.org.uk/ (New window)
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Sense About Science An independent charitable trust promoting good science and evidence in public debates. It does this by promoting respect for evidence and by urging scientists to engage actively with a wide range of groups. www.senseaboutscience.org.uk/ (New window)
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Sensory Integration Global Network SIGN is made up of a group of volunteers who came together to protect the integrity and promote the body of work of A. Jean Ayres in Sensory Integration Theory and Intervention. www.siglobalnetwork.org/ (New window)
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Sensory Integration International US, non-profit, tax-exempt corporation concerned with the impact of sensory integrative problems on people's lives. www.sensoryint.com/ (New window)
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Sensory Integration Network UK and Ireland Association which aims to promote education, good practice and research in sensory integration and practice. www.sensoryintegration.org.uk/ (New window)
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Sensory Processing Disorder Network Project of the US-based KID Foundation, a nonprofit organization based in Colorado. The SPDN acts as a portal for information about sensory processing disorders. www.spdnetwork.org/ (New window)
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Shared Care Network UK charity dedicated to promoting family-based short breaks for disabled children and young people www.sharedcarenetwork.org.uk/ (New window)
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Signed Language Site which is designed to proved a reference point on sign language and communication basics. www.signedlanguage.co.uk (New window)
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Snowdrop Commercial company which specialises in providing programmes of rehabilitation for children who suffer developmental difficulties, using neuro-cognitive therapy (NCT), and/or recursive communication therapy, (RCT). www.snowdrop.cc/ (New window)
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Social Exclusion Task Force UK government agency which aims to coordinate the government's drive against social exclusion, ensuring that the cross-departmental approach delivers for those most in need. www.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/social_exclusion_task_force.aspx (New window)
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Society for Coloured lens prescribers UK organisation which aims to ensure that the public receives a high level of care from practitioners in the field of coloured lens prescribers. www.s4clp.org/ (New window)
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Society for the Study of Behavioural Phenotypes An organisation of doctors, psychologists and research workers who investigate behavioural and emotional aspects of biologically determined syndromes associated with intellectual disability. www.ssbp.co.uk/ (New window)
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Sound Learning Centre UK company which uses a range of sound, light, colour and other therapies to treat autism and other conditions. www.thesoundlearningcentre.co.uk (New window)
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South African Institute for Sensory Integration South African body which aims to promote and play a leading role in the theory and practice of Sensory Integration in South Africa and elsewhere. www.instsi.co.za/ (New window)
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Speech Pathology Australia National organisation for the speech pathology profession in Australia. www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au (New window)
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Supported Employment Website intended for professionals working in human services, employers, employees, parents and carers and basically anybody who is interested in furthering the cause and development of supported employment. www.supportedemployment.net/ (New window)
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Treehouse UK charity which provides education for children with autism. www.treehouse.org.uk/ (New window)
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TRIP Database Decribes itself as the Internet's leading resources for Evidence-Based Medicine. www.tripdatabase.com/ (New window)
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Triumph Over Phobia Contains information about this charity which provides a network of structured self-help groups run by trained, lay volunteers teaching sufferers of phobia and OCD how to overcome their problem. www.triumphoverphobia.com/ (New window)
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Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance US charity which is dedicated to finding a cure for tuberous sclerosis while improving the lives of those affected. www.tsalliance.org/ (New window)
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Tuberous Sclerosis Association UK charity that supports sufferers, promotes awareness, and seeks the causes and best possible management of tuberous sclerosis. www.tuberous-sclerosis.org/ (New window)
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University of Essex Contains a section on the use of colour in the treatment of visual stress. www.essex.ac.uk/psychology/overlays/index.htm (New window)
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University Students With Autism And Asperger's Syndrome UK site run by a university student who has Asperger syndrome and is for other students with autistic spectrum disorders. www.users.dircon.co.uk/~cns/index.html (New window)
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Vitamin D Council Site which includes information about the effects of Vitamin D on autism. www.vitamindcouncil.com/health/autism/ (New window)
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Watson Institute US educational organization, specializing in educating children with special needs, as well as those professionals and pre-professionals who serve children with special needs. Runs the LEAP programme. www.thewatsoninstitute.org/ (New window)
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Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society International organisation which describes itself as the global voice for the protection of whales, dolphins and their environment. www.wdcs.org/ (New window)
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Whatmeds.com US site which provides information about psychiatric medication for children and young people. A library of experience from families who have considered or used psychotropic medication for their children. www.whatmeds.com/ (New window)
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Widgit Software Ltd UK company which provides a range of software solutions for special needs, including picture cards. www.widgit.com (New window)
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William's Syndrome Foundation Contains information about this charity which provides information, support and news on William's Syndrome, as well as information about other organisations worldwide. www.williams-syndrome.org.uk/ (New window)
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Winslow UK company which provides books, assessment tools, software and resources for a multitude of conditions relating to education, special needs, speech and language, social problems and mental heath issues. www.winslow-cat.com/ (New window)
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World Federation of Music Therapy, Incorporated International organisation dedicated to the development and promotion of music therapy world wide. www.musictherapyworld.de/modules/wfmt/w_index1.htm (New window)
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WrongPlanet.net Web community designed for individuals (and parents of those) with Asperger's syndrome, autism, ADHD, and other PDDs. www.wrongplanet.net/ (New window)
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YAACK Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Connecting Young Kids (YAACK)is a website that covers issues related to AAC and young children. aac.unl.edu/yaack/ (New window)

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American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

ANI-L

Applied Theatre Research and Autism Network (ATRAN)

AquaThought Foundation

AS Interactive Project

AS Stories

AS Stories

ASD-Friendly

ASLPro.com

Asperger Syndrome Foundation

Asperger's Syndrome Support Group Online

AspergersUK

Aspie Village

Aspie Vision

Aspies Dugout

Aspies For Freedom

Assistance Dogs International, Inc

Association for Play Therapy

Association for Science in Autism Treatment

Association of Professional Music Therapists

Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Independent Practice

Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder Sanctuary

Attention Deficit Disorder Association

Attention Deficit Disorder Links Project

Auditory Integration Training Institute

Auditory Integration Training Resources

Auditory Integration Training Services

Australian Physiotherapy Association

Australian Rett Syndrome Study

AutiNet Forum

Autism - Out and About

Autism Acceptance Project

Autism Aspergers Advocacy Australia

Autism Awareness Forum

Autism Centre

Autism Centre at Sheffield Hallam University

Autism Connect

Autism Cymru

Autism Data

Autism Education Trust

Autism Education Trust

Autism Europe

Autism File

Autism Independent UK

Autism Independent UK

Autism List

Autism London

Autism Medical

Autism National Committee

Autism Network for Dietary Interventions

Autism Network International

Autism NI (PAPA)

Autism Parents

Autism Research Centre

Autism Research Institute

Autism Research Network

Autism Resources

Autism Service Dogs of America