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The following are some sites that parents have found helpful in
obtaining more information on various topics related to raising
a behaviorally challenging child. If you’d like to make us
aware of other helpful sites, contact Beth@fcbcsupport.org.
INFORMATION ABOUT BEHAVIORALLY CHALLENGING CHILDREN
1. Center for Collaborative Problem SolvingSM
Includes information about the work of Dr. Ross Greene, including
research, upcoming workshops, online programming, and the Collaborative
Problem Solving Institute.
http://www.ccps.info
2. Think Kids
Includes information about the CPS Approach for parents, educators, clinicians, pediatricians, systems and facilities.
http://www.thinkkids.org
INFORMATION ABOUT RELATED DISORDERS
1. C.H.A.D.D.
An extensive site for information and support related to ADHD.
http://www.chadd.org
2. The A.D.H.D. E-Book
Provides a free electronic book on ADHD and information about related
disorders.
http://www.pediatricneurology.com/adhd.htm
3. Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation
User-friendly site for resources and information about bipolar
disorder in children and adolescents
http://www.cabf.org
4. Juvenile Bipolar Research Foundation
Foundation supports expanded research and provides information
for parents and professionals.
http://www.bpchildresearch.org
5. BP Children
Order books and pamphlets for children with bipolar disorders, their
siblings and teachers.
http://www.bipolar-children.bigstep.com/
6. Tourette Syndrome Association (TSA)
Official web site of the Tourette Syndrome Association, Inc. Provides
information about diagnosis, treatment, research, education,
advocacy and resources.
http://www.tsa-usa.org
7. Tourette Syndrome “Plus”
Easy to use site for information on Tourette’s and related
disorders with major sections on behavioral issues and classroom
tips.
http://www.tourettesyndrome.net
8. Life’s A Twitch
Based on the work of Dr. B. Duncan McKinlay, in the area of TS
and associated disorders.
http://www.lifesatwitch.com
9. Nonverbal Learning Disability Association (NLDA)
Provides information and resources for children and adults who
manifest disabilities associated with syndrome of Nonverbal Learning
Disorder.
http://www.nlda.org
10. LD Online
A leading website on learning disabilities for parents, teachers and
professionals.
http://www.nldonline.org
11. The Source
Provides information and resources, including support group information
for those with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
http://www.maapservices.org
12. PDA
Provides information on Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome,
a pervasive developmental disorder that is related to, but significantly
different from Autism and Asperger’s.
http://www.pdacontact.org.uk/frameindex.html
13. Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
Provides information and resources related to obsessive compulsive
disorder.
http://www.ocfoundation.org
14. GT World
An online support group for gifted and talented children and their caregivers.
http://www.gtworld.org
15. Sensory Integration Network
Information and resources for caregivers of children with DSI (Sensory Integration Disorder).
http://www.sinetwork.org
16. Childhood Anxiety Network
Information about childhood anxiety and related disorders.
http://www.childhoodanxietynetwork.org
INFORMATION ABOUT PSYCHIATRIC MEDICATIONS
1. Whatmeds.com
Provides information about psychiatric medications for children.
http://www.whatmeds.com
2. Psychiatric Medications For Children and Adolescents
Three articles containing information on medications from the American
Academy for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
http://www.aacap.org/publications/factsfam/psychmed.htm
3. Care Notebook and Organizer
MS Word or PDF documents to help you organize your child’s
medical information.
http://www.cshcn.org/resources/CareNtbk.htm
INFORMATION ON HELPING BEHAVIORALLY CHALLENGING CHILDREN AT SCHOOL
1. Woodbury Reports, Inc.
Provides information about residential and private schools, and Educational consultants.
http://www.strugglingteens.com
2. Parents for Residential Reform
Provides information and workshops for parents about residential schools.
http://www.pfrr.org
3. School Behavior.com
Provides an overview of neurobehavioral conditions that impact academic
performance and effective strategies.
http://www.schoolbehavior.com
4. Parent Centers
Federally funded centers in each state that provide training and
information to parents of children with disabilities and the Professionals
who work with the families.
www.taalliance.org
5. Federation for Children with Special Needs
Located in Massachusetts. Offers support and education for parents of
children with special needs, including workshops on special education.
http://www.fcsn.org
6. Special Education Laws:
Provides answers to questions about I.D.E.A.
http://www.ideapractices.org/law/regulations
7. Wrights Law Special Education Advocate
Comprehensive site with up to date information on laws and advocacy
for children with disabilities.
http://wrightslaw.com
8. Center for Effective Collaboration and Practice Information
on
Functional Behavioral Assessment
Comprehensive information about Functional Behavior Assessments
and Behavioral Plans.
http://www.air.org/cecp/fba/default.htm
9. Our Children Left Behind
Includes sample letters to address to schools, such as a request
for “no restraints”.
http://pub60.ezboard.com/fourchildrenleftbehindfrm25
INFORMATION ON MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES AND METHODS
TO FOSTER DEVELOPMENT FOR PARENTS AND TEACHERS
1. National Mental Health and Education Center
Provides information for parents and educators including several outstanding free pertinent publications: Diffusing Violent Behavior in Young Children, Stop and Think, Success in School/Skills for Life, OnLine Tool Kit.
http://www.naspcenter.org
2. Developing Empathy in Children and Youth
Presents a review of research studies which emphasize the importance
of and methods for nurturing empathy.
http://www.nwrel.org/scpd/sirs/7/cul3.html
3. Parent Coaching Cards
Information about a parent coaching book and card kit that focuses
on helping parents teach lacking social/emotional skills.
http://www.parentcoachcards.com/order/html
4. Michelle G. Winner’s Center for Social Thinking
Information about social cognitive deficits: assessment and therapy.
http://www.socialthinking.com
6. ScwabLearning.org
A parent’s guide to helping kids with learning and social/emotional difficulties.
http://www.schwablearning.org
7. Social Smart Kids
Dedicated to educating and supporting kids with social challenges.
http://www.socialsmartkids.com
INFORMATION ON MENTAL HEALTH AGENCIES AND ORGANIZATIONS
1. NAMI
Provides support, education and advocacy for children with mental health Issues and their families.
http://www.nami.org
2. Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health
Provides education, resources and information for children with
mental health needs and their families.
http://www.ffcmh.org
3. Parent/Professional Advocacy League
Massachusetts State organization of Federation that provides a strong voice for children and adolescents with mental health needs.
http://www.ppal.org
4. Families Together in New York State
Provides information, support and services for children with emotional,
behavioral and social disorders.
http://www.ftnys.org
HOSPITAL PROGRAMS
1. Massachusetts Psychologists
Provides a nationwide hospital directory and information about their
programs.
http://www.masspsy.com
PARENTING ARTICLES
1. Kid Source Online
Includes numerous articles to promote development of more effective
communication and problem solving skills.
http://www.kidsource.com/kidsource/pages/parenting.general.html
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