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Learning Disabilities
 Websites presented in alphabetical order All Kinds of Minds 
 This organization, founded by Dr. Mel Levine, aims "to help students who struggle with learning measurably improve their success in school and life by providing programs that integrate educational, scientific, and clinical expertise." Site includes information about the organization's theories and approach, research, and member services. A library section includes excerpts from Dr. Levine's books, as well as articles, activities, case studies, audio and video clips, a glossary, and online resources. http://www.allkindsofminds.org/ Topics: Disabilities, Education, Mental Conditions Last updated May 1, 2006 America's Literacy Directory (ALD)
"A national database of literacy programs available via the Internet and the National Institute for Literacy's toll-free number. The ALD connects employers, learners, volunteers, social service providers, and others to current information about literacy programs in all 50 states and the U.S. territories." Searchable, with sections for volunteer opportunities and for programs for children, people with learning disabilities, and adults and young adults. From the National Institute for Literacy (NIFL). http://www.literacydirectory.org/ Topics: Education, English Language, Librarianship, Mental Conditions Last updated Apr 7, 2004 Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Contains a directory of health care professionals, support groups, and other services for individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD); and articles and fact sheets on legal, workplace, relationship, and school issues, research and treatment, and other topics. http://www.add.org/ Topics: Disabilities, Jobs & Work, Mental Conditions Last updated Aug 7, 2005 The Blind Readers Page
"This site is a guide to sources of information in alternative formats (braille, recorded cassettes, large print, e-texts, web audio) accessible by people with print disabilities--those with visual and physical handicaps as well as dyslexia. It is also a guide to information about blindness, visual handicaps and other physical handicaps, with a special collection of Wisconsin resources." Includes thousands of annotated links on topics such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), guide dogs, library service, employment, and computer use. http://blindreaders.info Topics: Computers, Disabilities, Literature & Books, Mental Conditions Last updated Apr 21, 2004 GreatSchools: Your Child with Learning Difficulties
Resources for parents to help children with learning and attention problems, such as learning disabilities (LD), attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), dyslexia, and Asperger's syndrome. Covers working with a child's teacher, social skills, signs and symptoms of learning difficulties, and much more. Some material available in Spanish. http://www.greatschools.net/content/specialNeeds.page Topics: Disabilities, Education, Families, K-12 Education, Mental Conditions Last updated Sep 9, 2008 International Association of Audio Information Services (IAAIS)
"IAAIS is an organization of services that provide audio access to information for people who are print disabled (blind, visually impaired, learning disabled or physically disabled)." Its site has an audio introduction to IAAIS services, membership information, and a directory of Radio Reading Service Web sites (mostly in the U.S.), many of which provide extensive local information. http://www.iaais.org/ Topics: Disabilities, Media, Mental Conditions, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Oct 21, 2002 The International Dyslexia Association (IDA)
This international organization offers basic information on dyslexia, as well as specific tips for parents, adolescents, college students, and adults dealing with this learning disability. The site also has listings of books, conferences, current research, and law and legislation relating to the condition. http://www.interdys.org/ Topics: Disabilities, Mental Conditions Last updated Jun 28, 2002 LDOnline
A "Web site on learning disabilities for parents, teachers, and other professionals." Contains a basic overview of Learning Disabilities (LD) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), articles, questions and answers from experts, and artwork submitted by children with learning disabilities. Includes tips and pointers for working with children with LD, first person essays, a calendar of nationwide events, a directory of organizations, and yellow pages for finding a professional, product, or school. Searchable and browsable. http://www.ldonline.org/ Topics: Disabilities, Education, Mental Conditions Last updated Aug 5, 2004 Mental Health Foundation: Information
"Our information on mental health covers: how to get help, general information about mental health, specific problems, issues and treatment options, news articles, organisations and events. We also run bulletin boards and forums for discussion about mental health issues and publish personal stories." The site is owned by the Mental Health Foundation, a charity organization in the United Kingdom. http://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/information/ Topics: Disabilities, Education, Health, Mental Conditions, The Human Body Last updated Dec 11, 2007 National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD)
The NCLD website provides facts, news, resources, and links for persons with learning disabilities and their families. Extensive information on issues such as LD evaluation, legislation, outreach and educational programs, public policy, and legal rights for the learning disabled. Use the "Resources" area to learn more about college resources, employment, financial support, summer camp resources, literacy, homeschooling, independent living, and technology. Also provides a list of national organizations with contact information and description. http://www.ncld.org/ Topics: Disabilities, Education, Mental Conditions Last updated Jul 6, 2005 National Institute for Literacy (NIFL)
Site of a government institute devoted to the "development and provision of high quality adult education and literacy services." Notable resources include "Bridges to Practice," a guide to "improving services to adults with learning disabilities," and "America's Literacy Directory" of local literacy programs in the U.S. Also features a FAQ on literacy, facts and statistics, training materials, publications, legislative updates, and more. http://www.nifl.gov/ Topics: Education, English Language, Librarianship, Mental Conditions Last updated Jul 12, 2004 NIMH: National Institute of Mental Health
This site is about mental health: depression, anxiety and panic disorders, Alzheimer's disease, learning disabilities, autism, schizophrenia, and other illnesses. It contains information for researchers, practitioners, and the general public. Information includes news, events, grants, contracts, committees, research, clinical trials, funding opportunities, and links to other NIMH programs. Searchable. Some information in "For the Public" is available in Spanish. From the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nimh.nih.gov/ Topics: Drugs, Health, Medical Treatments & Devices, Mental Conditions, Senior Health, The Human Body Last updated May 23, 2005 Outside the Box
This site is maintained by a teacher and parent of a child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It addresses the classroom needs of students with ADHD and other learning disabilities, describes what it is like to raise a child with ADHD, and provides links to resources for both parents and educators. Information is presented with a Christian perspective. http://adhd.kids.tripod.com/ Topics: Disabilities, Education, Mental Conditions Last updated Jul 5, 2004 UCSF Department of Psychiatry: Psychiatric Conditions
A brief, browsable overview of adult psychiatric conditions as well as child and adolescent psychiatric conditions. Overviews feature facts about the disorders, signs and symptoms, treatment, research, mental help services, and related links. From the University of California, San Francisco. http://psych.ucsf.edu/psychiatric-conditions.aspx?id=122 Topics: Disabilities, Mental Conditions Last updated Sep 7, 2006 Writing for the Web
Best practices for this "new and emerging skill." Emphasizes the importance of easily-scanned sentence structure, visual organization of information, and accessibility. The section "Writing for disabled people" addresses learning-disabled readers as well as visual disabilities. Includes examples. From UKOLN, based at the University of Bath, England. http://www.ukoln.ac.uk/nof/support/help/papers/writing-web/ Topics: Communications, Computers, English Language, Internet, Literature & Books, Mental Conditions, Web Design and Management, Writing Last updated Jan 6, 2004 |
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