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

A full service state approved Theraputic Intervention Agency specializing in children and adults with Autism.

The mission of the Utah Parent Center (UPC) is to help parents help their children with disabilities to live included, productive lives as members of the community.

Nebo School District's Autism Team assists caregivers and educators with consultation, evaluation, and support services. We provide services for students whom we determine will benefit from intensive instruction that is based on the current best practices for teaching individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related disorders. Our mission is to facilitate interventions and model skills that will enable caregivers and educators to become confident and knowledgeable in working with students with ASD and related disorders

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

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

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An free online collaboration site dedicated to assisting parent and families affected by autism. By using our site, parents, familes and care providers are able to more efficiently share and communicate on behaviour challenges and treatment effectivness.

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

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

"Therapeutic Riding" at Courage Reins located in Highland, Utah is a premier facility in which the disabled can participate in an activity that will benefit not only their physical health but also fortify a riders mental health and confidence. The mission of Courage Reins Therapeutic Riding Center is to provide horseback riding opportunities to physically and mentally challenged individuals of all age

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

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

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

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

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

Clinical Interests: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Parent Training, School Consultation .

Kids World Preschool educates children with and without disabilities in a inclusive environment. This unique preschool takes the traditional classroom and customizes learning for every child. Kids World staff works with children of all abilities such as: Autism, PDD, Speech Delays, Down Syndrome, Aspergers, Behavior challenges, Cerebral Palsy, and Developmental Delays. This specialized preschool also has many families enrolling their typical children in the classroom as peer models. Early childhood experts say that educating children with disabilities and without disabilities in the same classroom is highly beneficial. Early childhood educators also agree early intervention is a key to a child's success in education. This preschool highly specializes in Communication strategies and Autism Spectrum Disorders. Kids World Preschool also provides services for children who have or are at increased risk for physical, developmental, and behavioral, disorders.

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