Learning Disabilities Resources

"The New York Institute for Special Education(NYISE) is a private, 501(c)(3) nonprofit, nonsectarian educational facility which provides quality programs for children who are blind or visually disabled, emotionally and learning disabled and preschoolers who are developmentally delayed.

The school was founded in 1831 as The New York Institution for the Blind as one of the first schools in the United States to provide an educational program for children who were blind or visually impaired. Early in the twentieth century, the name was changed to The New York Institute for the Education of the Blind to emphasize the educational character of the school. A pictorial history of the school and a major collection of disability links called the Blindness Resource Center are available at the site.

Today, the Schermerhorn Program continues its rich tradition of educating children who are blind or visually impaired. The NYISE have also used this expertise to develop new programs to help children with other disabilities.

In the 1980's educators recognized the need to provide programs designed specifically for students with learning and emotional disabilities. In response to this need, the school established the Van Cleve Program for those children who could not be served in a traditional school setting. In 1986, the school's name was changed to The New York Institute for Special Education to better reflect this expanded focus and commitment to children with a variety of disabilities. In 1987, a program for developmentally delayed preschoolers was established called the Readiness Program.

Nearly 300 students from ages 3 to 21 now attend NYISE. The school offers the options of a day program or a five day residential program. All students return home on weekends and holidays. An Individualized Education Program is developed for each student. In addition, a full array of services is provided, which include counseling, career guidance, occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech-language therapy, individual and team sports and adaptive recreational activities." ... more

"Special Education Resources on the Internet (SERI) is a collection of Internet accessible information resources of interest to those involved in the fields related to Special Education. This collection exists in order to make on-line Special Education resources more easily and readily available in one location. This site will continually modify, update, and add additional informative links." ... more

"Advanced Brain Technologies(ABT) develops clinically tested cognitive training products that maximize human potential by improving the foundational processing abilities of the brain"

"ABT applies over 30 years of clinical experience with advances in neuroscience, music, acoustic, and brain research, toward the production of high-quality, effective and affordable products, technologies and delivery systems."

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"In addition to an extensive line of cognitive training products ABT offers training programs for health, therapeutic, education and music professionals. Our international network includes over 1,300 Authorized Providers offering ABT Products in 25 countries." ... more about ABT

" Parenting Central deals with issues related to the intellectual and emotional development of your child.

The site contains authoritative resources and links to web sites containing valuable information on what parents can do to realize the potential of the developing child.

Gardner, professor of education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, explores the notion of multiple intelligence. His work has greatly influenced the field of early childhood development and education, generally.

MI - The Theory Multiple intelligence concepts are given brief summaries and links are provided referencing Harvard Project Zero, an alternative school that applies Howard Gardner's theories and techniques. The subject of reformation of education is the focus of some of the many links on this site. Howard Gardner and his colleague's notions of rennovating mainstream educational practices deserve a careful look.

Remarkable ideas and information Produced by the Suzuki Music Academy ...

"MuSICA currently provides all issues of MuSICA Research Notes. MRN is a newsletter of analysis and commentary on the broad field of research on music and behavior, including evolution, brain mechanisms, child development, perception, learning, memory, performance, health and related topics. " more
or you can be searched through the subject index.

The author of all material is Dr. Norman M. Weinberger.

" The Mozart Effect is an inclusive term signifying the transformational powers of music in health, education, and well-being. The Mozart Effect® represents

• The use of music and the arts to improve the health of families and communities
• The general use of music to improve memory, awareness, and the integration of learning styles
• The innovative and experimental uses of music to improve listening and attention deficit disorders
• The therapeutic uses of music for mental and physical disorders and injuries
• The collective uses of music for imagery and visualization, to activate creativity, and reduce depression and anxiety

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" The MIND Research Institute is a community-based non-profit research organization, formed in 1998 and dedicated to brain research and to preparing students in grades K-12, regardless of cultural or socio-economic background, for success in school, work and society. The Institute has successfully transferred more than 20 years of breakthrough academic research on the brain, at the University of California, Irvine, into applied education programs for elementary school students. Student test results have demonstrated remarkable increases year to year.

Our instructional programs and education initiatives are revolutionizing math education in America. We offer a research-proven tool for teaching and learning mathematics through non-language based, visual instructional software... " more

"LD OnLine.org is the world's leading website on learning disabilities and ADHD, serving more than 200,000 parents, teachers, and other professionals each month.

LD OnLine seeks to help children and adults reach their full potential by providing accurate and up-to-date information and advice about learning disabilities and ADHD. The site features hundreds of helpful articles, multimedia, monthly columns by noted experts, first person essays, children’s writing and artwork, a comprehensive resource guide, very active forums, and a Yellow Pages referral directory of professionals, schools, and products.

More than 2.9 million school-age children in the United States – approximately five percent of the student population – are diagnosed with learning disabilities. Many more struggle in school but never receive a formal diagnosis. LD OnLine provides the parents and teachers of these children with accurate, authoritative information about learning disabilities so they can obtain the help they need.

LD OnLine also serves adolescents and adults with learning disabilities. The site offers information and resources on the transitions from school to college and from school to the workplace, and on the issues faced by adults with learning disabilities." ... more

"The LD Resources web site has been providing information for people with learning disabilities and people who work with people with learning disabilities since 1995. It started as a place for Richard Wanderman to share handouts with people in digital form and since then has grown to include hundreds of articles by Richard and dozens of other authors on all aspects of learning disabilities. The site now contains lists of tools, schools, organizations and professionals and other resources for the LD community as well as new articles and commentaries.

Sanford Shapiro has been a regular contributor to this site since 2004. As a learning disabilities specialist and educational consultant, Sanford has been working with schools, professionals and people with learning disabilities for over 25 years. His intention on the site is the same as it is in all his work: to help people with learning differences (and their families) and the professionals with whom they work." ... more

"The National Center for Learning Disabilities’ (NCLD) mission is to ensure success for all individuals with learning disabilities in school, at work and in life. We:

* Connect parents and others with resources, guidance and support so they can advocate effectively for their children.
* Deliver evidence-based tools, resources and professional development to educators to improve student outcomes.
* Develop policies and engage advocates to strengthen educational rights and opportunities.

NCLD provides essential information to parents, professionals and individuals with learning disabilities, promotes research and programs to foster effective learning, and advocates for policies to protect and strengthen educational rights and opportunities.

Since its beginning, NCLD has been led by passionate and devoted parents committed to creating better outcomes for children, adolescents and adults with learning disabilities.

Founded in 1977 by Pete and Carrie Rozelle as the Foundation for Children with Learning Disabilities, the organization provided leadership, public awareness and grants to support research and innovative practices in learning disabilities.

In 1989 the organization changed its name to The National Center for Learning Disabilities and expanded its mission and scope of work. Anne Ford assumed the role of Chairman of the Board at the time and led the organization for 12 years." ... more

"Get Ready to Read! (GRTR!) is a national initiative to build the early literacy skills of preschool-age children. The initiative provides an easy-to-administer, research-based screening tool to early childhood educators, child care providers, and parents in order to help them prepare all children to learn to read and write.

GRTR!'s program vision is that all preschool children will have the skills they need to learn to read when they enter school. The Web site is a part of NCLD's initiative to provide parents, educators, health-care professional and advocated with information to help build early literacy skills by integrating emergent literacy screening and learning activities into routine early childhood education, child-care and parenting practices.

Why is Get Ready to Read! so important?
Research shows that learning to read and write begins very early in a child’s development—years before kindergarten—and is a result of adult interaction and guidance.

Children who enter kindergarten with strong pre-reading skills are more likely to become strong readers, thereby laying the foundation for future learning. Those who lack these skills are likely to fall behind, creating a gap that only widens over time. Children who fail to develop these essential skills often have difficulties in other areas when learning becomes more heavily dependent on the ability to decipher words and comprehend text." ... more

"In March of 1963, parents of children with learning disabilities representing local support groups from around the country gathered in Chicago for a national conference. These concerned families organized into a national organization which was incorporated in 1964 as the Association for Children with Learning Disabilities (ACLD). From those beginnings, the Learning Disabilities Association of America has grown to serve tens of thousands of members with learning disabilities, their families and the professionals who work with them. Learn more about the organization's history.

Today, LDA is the largest non-profit volunteer organization advocating for individuals with learning disabilities and has over 200 state and local affiliates in 42 states and Puerto Rico. LDA's international membership of over 15,000 includes members from 27 countries around the world.

The membership, composed of individuals with learning disabilities, family members and concerned professionals, advocates for the almost three million students of school age with learning disabilities and for adults affected with learning disabilities.

The state and local affiliates, through their affiliation with the national LDA, work continuously for individuals with learning disabilities, their parents and the professionals who serve them.

LDA Visualizes a World in Which:
* All individuals with learning disabilities are empowered to thrive and participate fully in society
* The incidence of learning disabilities is reduced
* And learning disabilities are universally understood and effectively addressed

The LDA Mission:
LDA's mission is to create opportunities for success for all individuals affected by learning disabilities and to reduce the incidence of learning disabilities in future generations." ... more

"The Learning Disabilities Resource Community (LDRC) has been developed to provide knowledge-building and communication tools for individuals and groups involved in the education of those with learning disabilities and to support research and development in associated fields.

The LDRC goal is to create a repository archiving Canada's knowledge of learning disabilities, and bring together all those across the country who are affected directly or indirectly by learning disabilities.

The LDRC partners include:
* The University of Toronto's Adaptive Technology Resource Centre (ATRC)
* The Learning Disabilities Association of Canada (LDAC)
* The Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario (LDAO)
* The Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE)
* The Hospital for Sick Children's Learning Disabilities Research Program (LDRP)
* The Office of Learning Technology - Community Learning Networks Initiative(OLT/HRDC)

Staff

The LDRC is comprised of a multidisciplinary team with varied backgrounds in research, education, and technology development. A number of staff members possess specialized backgrounds in learning disabilities and cognitive science - some have learning disabilities themselves." ... more

"Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association of North America (CASANA)

With the support of parent activists and national experts, the Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association of North America (CASANA), a nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charity, was founded in 2000 with the exclusive mission of representing the needs and interests of children with apraxia of speech. Those programs known as Apraxia-KIDS were now operated under the auspices of CASANA. A generous operating partner, The Hendrix Foundation, helped to solidify CASANA's programs for nearly five years, helping to assure a strong future for the organization. The foundation underwriting and partnership produced many exciting and very needed programs.

As recently as the mid 1990s, little educational information was available for families whose children were diagnosed with Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS). While seeking information following the diagnosis of her son, Sharon Gretz became frustrated with the void of educational material on the subject of childhood speech apraxia. In 1997, she established the first parent support group in the US (located in Pittsburgh, PA) and began working with local experts to conduct educational training programs for speech-language pathologists.

Also in 1997, Ms. Gretz started the first apraxia email discussion group known as Apraxia-KIDS. A companion website evolved that was developed, overseen and managed by her and other volunteer parents. She recruited leading experts in the field of Childhood Apraxia of Speech to advise content for the website. The Apraxia-KIDS website became known for its comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date information. However, the public need for information, education, and resources was unable to be managed solely by volunteers or without formal structure and funding.

With the support of parent activists and national experts, the Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association of North America (CASANA), a nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charity, was founded in 2000 with the exclusive mission of representing the needs and interests of children with apraxia of speech. Those programs known as Apraxia-KIDS were now operated under the auspices of CASANA. A generous operating partner, The Hendrix Foundation, helped to solidify CASANA's programs for nearly five years, helping to assure a strong future for the organization. The foundation underwriting and partnership produced many exciting and very needed programs." ... more

"The Center is a non-profit corporation in the state of Pennsylvania which has 501c3 IRS status. The Center was founded by Dr. Cooper in 1987 to provide low cost and free educational services to individuals with learning differences, problems and disabilities. The activities at the center are funded by donations, grants and fees for teacher training courses. The mission of the Center for Alternative Learning is to provide educational and social services for individuals, both children and adults, who because of their learning problems are undereducated or have weak academic skills.

Current programs include adult basic education classes and a literacy program for individuals who have reading problems. Adults wishing to attend classes or work with a tutor need to make an appointment to complete the registration materials and be tested for proper placement.Current programs include adult basic education classes and a literacy program for individuals who have reading problems. Adults wishing to attend classes or work with a tutor need to make an appointment to complete the registration materials and be tested for proper placement." ... more

"ISER is a directory of professionals, organizations, and schools that serve the learning disabilities and special education communities. We help parents find local special education professionals for learning disabilities and attention deficit disorder assessment, therapy, advocacy, critical teen issues, and other special needs. We also offer a directory of Special Needs Fed. /State Gov't resources, Special Ed Resources, Teacher Training / Certification , Jobs, Speakers / Workshops / Staffing,and Special Needs Software / Assistive Technology

ISER hopes to provide a valuable resource to parents and educators free of charge, while providing education professionals the opportunity to offer their services to the special education community." ... more

"The Division for Learning Disabilities (DLD) of the Council for Exceptional Children, is the largest international professional organization of people committed to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted.

The Division for Learning Disabilities (DLD) is a international professional organization consisting of teachers, psychologists, clinicians, administrators, higher education professionals, parents, and others.

The major purposes of DLD are:
• To promote the education and general welfare of persons with learning disabilities.
• To provide a forum for discussion of issues facing the field of learning disabilities.
• To encourage interaction among the many disciplinary groups whose research and service efforts affect persons with learning disabilities.
• To foster research regarding the varied disabilities subsumed in the term "learning disabilities" and promote dissemination of research findings.
• To advocate exemplary professional training practices to insure the highest quality of services in the field of learning disabilities.
• To promote exemplary diagnostic and teaching practices in a context of tolerance for new and divergent ideas.

The DLD Constitution and Bylaws are designed to support these purposes." ... more

"The National Research Center on Learning Disabilities (NRCLD) conducts research on the identification of learning disabilities; formulates implementation recommendations; disseminates findings; and provides technical assistance to national, state, and local constituencies."

Conduct research on the identification of learning disabilities
"NRCLD analyzes existing and emerging alternative methods of identifying students with learning disabilities, including methods of measuring learners' progress in curricula, such as Curriculum-Based Measurement. We study state and local policies to determine factors that explain the differences in the number and characteristics of students identified with learning disabilities from state to state, from district to district within a state, and even from school to school within a district."

Formulate implementation recommendations
"As a result of our research findings, we are developing recommendations that promote the use of research-based best practices. We want to ensure that policies and practices of disability definition and determination match current scientific knowledge. We recognize that policies are matters of science and values. Science-based findings can improve the development of policies that further shared goals for the public as a whole, and particularly for students identified as having a disability."

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"NICHCY is the center that provides information to the nation on:

* disabilities in children and youth;
* programs and services for infants, children, and youth with disabilities;
* IDEA, the nation’s special education law; and
* research-based information on effective practices for children with disabilities.
The especial focus is children and youth (birth to age 22). Anyone can use our services—families, educators, administrators, journalists, students.Conduct research on the identification of learning disabilities"NRCLD analyzes existing and emerging alternative methods of identifying students with learning disabilities, including methods of measuring learners' progress in curricula, such as Curriculum-Based Measurement. We study state and local policies to determine factors that explain the differences in the number and characteristics of students identified with learning disabilities from state to state, from district to district within a state, and even from school to school within a district."

Formulate implementation recommendations
"As a result of our research findings, we are developing recommendations that promote the use of research-based best practices. We want to ensure that policies and practices of disability definition and determination match current scientific knowledge. We recognize that policies are matters of science and values. Science-based findings can improve the development of policies that further shared goals for the public as a whole, and particularly for students identified as having a disability."

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"Dyscalculia.org is a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to advancing understanding and treatment of specific learning disabilities in mathematics AKA dyscalculia. Dyscalculia.org aims to provide free to the public, information about math learning disability: history, terminology, science, research, treatment, causes of innumeracy; best practices for diagnosis, treatment, teaching and learning; relevant laws, rules and protections; school, self and organizational advocacy; and access and accommodations across the academic lifespan.

Dyscalculia.org also aims to develop science-based multimedia instruction on dyscalculia for teachers, administrators, parents and professionals. Dyscalculia.org will develop through collaborations and partnerships, free or nominal cost, multimedia interactive computerized programs to remediate dyscalculia in affected children and adults. Dyscalculia.org will provide training in the diagnosis of dyscalculia and proper prescriptive programming.

Dyscalculia.org will offer full-credit math courses-- in partnership with educational content developers and publishers and in partnership with diploma and degree granting institutions-- tailored specifically to reach those with dyscalculia and proven to deliver lasting measurable educational outcomes. Courses will include: how we learn math, history of math, basic numeracy, basic math, the language of mathematics, pre-algebra, geometry, algebra, statistics, trigonometry, pre-calculus, calculus, math for advanced sciences, math for the social sciences, business math, life skills math, accounting, bookkeeping, history of math, women of mathematics, and physics." ... more

"Inspiration Software, Inc.
Recognized as the leader in visual thinking and learning, Inspiration® Software, Inc.'s award-winning technology tools are based on proven visual learning methodologies that help students, educators and 21st century business leaders think, learn, brainstorm, analyze and write. The company’s visual learning tools are used by more than 25 million people worldwide and are revolutionizing visual thinking and learning in education. Inspiration®, Kidspiration®, InspireData®, Webspiration Classroom™ service and WebspirationPRO™ inspire students and creative thinkers to develop strong thinking and organizational skills, improve their academic performance and tap the power of visual thinking.

Inspiration Software mission
To support improvements in education and make a positive difference in the lives of students and thinkers of all ages, by providing tools and services that help them achieve their academic, professional and personal goals.

Recognized Commitment to Excellence
From inspiring students to study and learn successfully to helping adults and project teams work more productively, Inspiration Software is dedicated to improving academic and professional performance. In addition to creating technology and resource materials that build critical-thinking skills for users of all ages, the company has offered professional development scholarships for educators. Company leaders demonstrate their commitment to encouraging the use of technology to improve education by serving on industry boards and committees such as the Software & Information Industry Association's (SIIA) Education Division Board. In its hometown of Portland, Ore., Inspiration Software gives back to the community through support of local schools and education initiatives." ... more

Woodlynde School
"As one of the oldest and most successful college prep programs for students with learning differences in the Philadelphia area, we take our mission and the education of our students very seriously. While they are intelligent, talented, creative and diligent, many of our students have found that the "chalk and talk" method of education so common in other schools does not provide for them what they need to be successful in the classroom."

"With this in mind, we know that to serve our students well, we must be on the cutting edge of the best practices in education. Not only do our students enjoy small classes, a very low teacher to student ratio and individualized instruction, but they also benefit from multi-sensory teaching, innovative assistive technology, research-based programs for students with learning differences, and a dedicated faculty consisting of both content-area practitioners and learning specialists who truly understand how to educate students with unique learning needs. At the same time, Woodlynde School exemplifies the best aspects of a traditional independent school."

"Woodlynde students participate in honors and AP classes and enjoy a full range of extracurricular activities including competitive sports, comprehensive art, music and drama programs and exciting social events to help students feel connected and engaged in their school experience. When you visit our campus, you will see our mission of creating a learning environment marked by both challenge and support fully realized. You will see students completely immersed in their own learning with faculty and staff who know them well and genuinely care for them as people and for their success as learners."

Support Services
* A learning specialist is assigned to a class and stays with that class for its "divisional career" allowing learning specialists to get to know the academic profile of each student thoroughly.
* Learning specialists are uniquely positioned to collaborate with teachers on instructional strategies that will allow for the greatest success for every student.
* Learning specialists are available to work with individual students on areas of concern through a process called "diagnostic teaching."
* Learning specialists teach metacognition courses in their assigned grade, helping students grow toward greater self-advocacy and strategic learning.
* A full-time counselor for Middle and Upper schools works with students individually and in groups and through our guidance curriculum. A full-time counselor for Lower School serves in a similar role." ... more

LD OnLine
"LD OnLine offers hundreds of expert-reviewed articles and resources for educators, parents, and others concerned about children and adults with learning disabilities and ADHD."

What is a learning disability?
"Some individuals, despite having an average or above average level of intelligence, have real difficulty acquiring basic academic skills. These skills include those needed for successful reading, writing, listening, speaking and/or math. These difficulties might be the result of a learning disability."

"The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), a federal law, defines a learning disability as a condition when a child's achievement is substantially below what one might expect for that child. Learning disabilities do not include problems that are primarily the result of intellectual disabilities, emotional disturbance, or visual, hearing, emotional or intellectual disabilities."

"Many children with LD have struggle with reading. The difficulties often begin with individual sounds, or phonemes. Students may have problems with rhyming, and pulling words apart into their individual sounds (segmenting) and putting individual sounds together to form words (blending). This makes it difficult to decode words accurately, which can lead to trouble with fluency and comprehension. As students move through the grades, more and more of the information they need to learn is presented in written (through textbooks) or oral (through lecture) form. This exacerbates the difficulties they have succeeding in school."

"Learning disabilities affect about 15 percent of the population, and can have a profound impact on individuals and families. People with learning disabilities are just as smart (and sometimes smarter) than their peers, but have difficulty learning in conventional school settings. Understand more about learning disabilities, discover how to overcome obstacles, and learn how to uncover hidden aptitudes and gifts." ...

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The FCTD Project Purpose
"The Family Center on Technology and Disability (FCTD) is a resource designed to support organizations and programs that work with families of children and youth with disabilities. We offer a range of information and services on the subject of assistive and instructional technologies. Whether you're an organization, a parent, an educator, or an interested friend, we hope you'll find information that supports you in your efforts to bring the highest quality education to children with disabilities."

"The FCTD web site (www.fctd.info) provides thousands of assistive and instructional technology resources of interest to families of children with disabilities. The website offers access to fact sheets, Power Point presentations, monthly newsletters, online discussion and summer institute transcripts, a database of more than 3,500 organizations, a resource review database with hundreds of reviews of AT resources and more. Through the site users can also access FCTD Family Information Guides as well as resources in Spanish. We invite you to contact us at fctd@fhi360.org. We welcome feedback, new members and all who contribute to our growing knowledge base."

"The Family Center on Technology and Disability operates entirely through program support from the Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). The Family Center is managed by a partnership of organizations, including Adirondack Accessibility, Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights (PACER) and the Center on Disability at the Public Health Institute. The partnership is led by FHI360."

"Hundreds of assistive and instructional technology resources have been identified, reviewed, and annotated for your reference. Direct links to each resource have been provided in most cases. You can target your search by entering a key word or phrase in the search box on the right side of the FCTD web site "resources page", or you can scan through the below of the same page. The filters beneath the search box allow you to further customize your research by topic, disability, and material type. New resources are constantly adding to the FCTD web site database, so we hope you’ll return regularly." ...

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Imagine schools where all students learn.
"Think about it. If we could wave a magic wand and instantly transform education and improve our schools, what would we want the outcome to look like?"

"All students learn. Isn’t it as straightforward as that? An idea that has two simple parts. “All students” – not just some, but all. And “learn” – not just getting a passing score on a test, but acquiring or gaining something of value, something that makes you better, something that becomes an asset as you move through life. Something that helps you realize your promise and be successful – as an individual, and as a member of our society."

Welcome to the Learning Revolution.
"It’s time to remind ourselves that what we want for education is this simple: All students learn. We’re not saying that the problems in education today are simple to fix – they aren’t – or that there is, in fact, some magic wand we can wave – there isn’t. But unless we think about learning and teaching differently, unless we change the conversations about education reform to focus on learning – truly helping all students learn and thrive – our efforts to make things better will miss the mark." ... more

The ASHA
"The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association is the professional, scientific, and credentialing association for 145,000 members and affiliates who are speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and speech, language, and hearing scientists in the United States and internationally."

ASHA Vision
"Making effective communication, a human right, accessible and achievable for all.

ASHA Mission
"Empowering and supporting speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and speech, language, and hearing scientists by:
* Advocating on behalf of persons with communication and related disorders
* Advancing communication science
* Promoting effective human communication" ... more

The Drake Institute
"The Drake Institute of Behavioral Medicine and medical associates is an innovative medical practice treating neurophysical disorders, such as ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder), ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), Autism, Asperger’s Disorder, closed head injuries, and stress related disorders and diseases.

Under Medical Director David Velkoff, M.D. M.A. the pioneering efforts in medicine of the Drake Institute's Stress, ADHD Treatment or Autism Treatment have been featured in Physician's Weekly, WebMD, Life Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, CNN, Headline News, 48 Hours, Eye to Eye with Connie Chung, Discovery Channel, Univision, Michael Reagan Show, and other national media programs."

Drug-Free Treatment
"Employing non-drug medical treatment protocols, our record of clinical successes has far exceeded the performance of the existing therapies. The Drake Institute was founded in 1980 and has helped over 11,000 patients.

BrainMapping
"QEEG (Quantitative Electro-encephalogram) or Brainmapping is an essential diagnostic procedure used in evaluating ADD / ADHD, Autism, Learning Disorders, Anxiety, and Depression."

Neurofeedback
"Neurofeedback is safe and can lead to long term improvement, unlike the drugs, because neurofeedback uses a learning process that strengthens and develops the synaptic connections in the brain." ... more