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Advice to Parents
http://www.autism-resources.com/advice-to-parents.html
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Keywords: family education, resources, books
Compilation of responses to the question, I just discovered my son is autistic. What should I do? Books and other resources given
http://www.autism-resources.com/advice-to-parents.html
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Keywords: family education, resources, books
Compilation of responses to the question, I just discovered my son is autistic. What should I do? Books and other resources given
Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies: Autism and ABA
http://www.behavior.org/autism/
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Keywords: diagnosis, aba, treatment
Explains autism and related diagnoses as well as the principles of ABA, including FAQ regarding the treatment
http://www.behavior.org/autism/
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Keywords: diagnosis, aba, treatment
Explains autism and related diagnoses as well as the principles of ABA, including FAQ regarding the treatment
CT FEAT (CT Families for Effective Autism Treatment)
http://www.ctfeat.org/
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Keywords: legal, aba, education, support, resources, books
Resources including legal, support groups and counselors, workshops, etc. Recommended readings on autism and ABA
http://www.ctfeat.org/
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Keywords: legal, aba, education, support, resources, books
Resources including legal, support groups and counselors, workshops, etc. Recommended readings on autism and ABA
Autism Society of America
http://www.autism-society.org/site/PageServer
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Keywords: treatment, education, diagnosis, behavior
Characteristic behaviors, treatment options, educational opportunities. Comprehensive information
http://www.autism-society.org/site/PageServer
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Keywords: treatment, education, diagnosis, behavior
Characteristic behaviors, treatment options, educational opportunities. Comprehensive information
Center for the Study of Autism
http://www.autism.org/
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Keywords: diet, social skills, treatment, diagnosis,
Articles and information on various topics related to autism such as diet, social behavior and treatment
http://www.autism.org/
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Keywords: diet, social skills, treatment, diagnosis,
Articles and information on various topics related to autism such as diet, social behavior and treatment
ABA Resources: Free Downloads
http://www.abaresources.com/free.htm
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Keywords: academic, teaching, aba, social skills
Downloads of resources for running in home or classroom setting programs (token economy, reinforcers, etc.)
http://www.abaresources.com/free.htm
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Keywords: academic, teaching, aba, social skills
Downloads of resources for running in home or classroom setting programs (token economy, reinforcers, etc.)
ABA Resources
http://www.abaresources.com/resources.htm
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Keywords: aba, support, resources, books
Books and websites dedicated to various aspects of ABA programs
http://www.abaresources.com/resources.htm
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Books and websites dedicated to various aspects of ABA programs
ABA Resources for Recovery
http://members.tripod.com/%7ERSaffran/aba.html
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Keywords: aba, diagnosis, support, research, treatment
Parent run site contains much information on autism and ABA; not very easy to navigate
http://members.tripod.com/%7ERSaffran/aba.html
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Parent run site contains much information on autism and ABA; not very easy to navigate
Guidelines for Choosing an ABA Provider
http://www.php.com/sigsupplements/feat/Provider_Guidelines.pdf
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Keywords: qualifications, aba, treatment
Outline of guidelines for choosing a provider, including a list of questions to ask
http://www.php.com/sigsupplements/feat/Provider_Guidelines.pdf
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Keywords: qualifications, aba, treatment
Outline of guidelines for choosing a provider, including a list of questions to ask
Autism Today: latest news and resources
http://www.autismtoday.com/
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Keywords: treatment, research, resources
Articles from the news about autism, various treatment options, store with toys specifically designed
http://www.autismtoday.com/
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Keywords: treatment, research, resources
Articles from the news about autism, various treatment options, store with toys specifically designed
Unlocking Autism
http://www.unlockingautism.org/
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Keywords: support,
Organization aimed at providing support to parents, teachers and researchers; and to educate the community
http://www.unlockingautism.org/
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Organization aimed at providing support to parents, teachers and researchers; and to educate the community
Exploring Autism: a look at the genetics
http://www.exploringautism.org/
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Keywords: research, genetic, medical, biological
Gives information about the hypothesized causes of autism and research about the causes
http://www.exploringautism.org/
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Keywords: research, genetic, medical, biological
Gives information about the hypothesized causes of autism and research about the causes
Conferences and Resources on Autism and Asperger's Syndrome
http://www.futurehorizons-autism.com/
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Tons of books on a wide range of topics related to autism
http://www.futurehorizons-autism.com/
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Tons of books on a wide range of topics related to autism
Autism Teaching Tools
http://www.autismteachingtools.com/
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Keywords: teaching, teaching technique, social skills, academic, behavior, language
Information and tips on teaching kids with autism on everything from behavior problems to play and music therapy
http://www.autismteachingtools.com/
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Keywords: teaching, teaching technique, social skills, academic, behavior, language
Information and tips on teaching kids with autism on everything from behavior problems to play and music therapy
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Autism Information Center
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/dd/ddautism.htm
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Keywords: diagnosis, treatment, research
The CDC's reports on autism including what is and rates of occurrence as well as projects being conducted
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/dd/ddautism.htm
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Keywords: diagnosis, treatment, research
The CDC's reports on autism including what is and rates of occurrence as well as projects being conducted
Kids' Quest: Autism
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/kids/kautismpage.htm#Fast
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Keywords: family education, behavior, diagnosis, resources
Designed by the CDC to give information to kids about autism- gives links to other sites for kids
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/kids/kautismpage.htm#Fast
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Keywords: family education, behavior, diagnosis, resources
Designed by the CDC to give information to kids about autism- gives links to other sites for kids
KidsHealth: Autism
http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/brain/autism.html
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Keywords: family education, treatment, diagnosis, social skills
Information about what autism is and treatments for it in terms kids can understand
http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/brain/autism.html
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Keywords: family education, treatment, diagnosis, social skills
Information about what autism is and treatments for it in terms kids can understand
What is applied behavior analysis?
http://rsaffran.tripod.com/whatisaba.html
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Keywords: aba, resources
Discussion of what ABA is and what it includes- has links to other sites
http://rsaffran.tripod.com/whatisaba.html
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Keywords: aba, resources
Discussion of what ABA is and what it includes- has links to other sites
Applied Behavior Analysis
http://www.shapingbehavior.com/pages/3/
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Keywords: aba, behavior, academic, functional
What ABA is and how it is used for kids with autism
http://www.shapingbehavior.com/pages/3/
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Keywords: aba, behavior, academic, functional
What ABA is and how it is used for kids with autism
Conference Presentation- Doreen Granpeesheh
http://www.thoughtfulhouse.org/0405-conf-dgranpeesheh.htm
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Keywords: aba, support
Lecture given on the topic of ABA programs and how they are implemented in home and school
http://www.thoughtfulhouse.org/0405-conf-dgranpeesheh.htm
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Lecture given on the topic of ABA programs and how they are implemented in home and school
Strategic Alternatives: ABA Consulting
http://www.strategic-alternatives.com/
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Keywords: aba, social skills, discrete trials, academic, language
Information on implementing and running ABA programs
http://www.strategic-alternatives.com/
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Keywords: aba, social skills, discrete trials, academic, language
Information on implementing and running ABA programs
Different Roads to Learning
http://www.difflearn.com/
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Keywords: aba, teaching technique, teaching
Products specifically designed to teach kids with autism and to help kids learn effectively
http://www.difflearn.com/
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Keywords: aba, teaching technique, teaching
Products specifically designed to teach kids with autism and to help kids learn effectively
TinSnips: A Special Education Resource
http://www.tinsnips.org/
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Keywords: teaching, teaching technique, academic, language
Activities and lessons specifically designed for teachers in classrooms with kids with autism spectrum disorders. Many links to other sites with general info and specific teaching info
http://www.tinsnips.org/
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Keywords: teaching, teaching technique, academic, language
Activities and lessons specifically designed for teachers in classrooms with kids with autism spectrum disorders. Many links to other sites with general info and specific teaching info
The National Autistic Society Information Sheets
http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=528
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Contains links to all information sheets put out by the NAS
http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=528
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Contains links to all information sheets put out by the NAS
The Schafer Autism Report
http://www.sarnet.org/
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A 200 issue a year publication of the latest in autism for $35
http://www.sarnet.org/
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A 200 issue a year publication of the latest in autism for $35
Room 5 Ideas
http://members.aol.com/room5/welcome.html
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Keywords: curriculum, teaching technique, aba
Links to autism and ABA sites as well as ideas to be used in a classroom or home program that have worked
http://members.aol.com/room5/welcome.html
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Keywords: curriculum, teaching technique, aba
Links to autism and ABA sites as well as ideas to be used in a classroom or home program that have worked
Speech Teach
http://www.speechteach.co.uk/
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Keywords: resources, language, teaching
Resources and tools for teaching speech impaired children
http://www.speechteach.co.uk/
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Keywords: resources, language, teaching
Resources and tools for teaching speech impaired children
Autism. Hand in Hand
http://www.autismhandinhand.com/
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Keywords: teaching, teaching technique, academic, curriculum
Ideas and suggestions for teaching and playing with kids with autism
http://www.autismhandinhand.com/
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Keywords: teaching, teaching technique, academic, curriculum
Ideas and suggestions for teaching and playing with kids with autism
Cindy's Autistic Support
http://www.angelfire.com/pa5/as/
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Keywords: teaching, teaching technique, curriculum, academic, language, behavior, social skills
Suggestions for all aspects of classroom teaching and learning
http://www.angelfire.com/pa5/as/
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Keywords: teaching, teaching technique, curriculum, academic, language, behavior, social skills
Suggestions for all aspects of classroom teaching and learning
Autism TV
http://www.up-to-date.com/autism.tv/index.html
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Keywords: research, resources, education
Videos about various topics from different sources about autism
http://www.up-to-date.com/autism.tv/index.html
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Keywords: research, resources, education
Videos about various topics from different sources about autism
Association for Behavior Analysis
http://www.abainternational.org/
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Information about ABA including training and overview
http://www.abainternational.org/
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Information about ABA including training and overview
ABA Accredited Graduate Programs
http://www.abainternational.org/sub/behaviorfield/education/accreditation/index.asp
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Keywords: aba, qualifications
List of graduate programs accredited by ABA
http://www.abainternational.org/sub/behaviorfield/education/accreditation/index.asp
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List of graduate programs accredited by ABA
Behavior Analysis Certification Board's Registry of Certified Behavior Analysts
http://www.bacb.com/consum_frame.html
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Keywords: aba, qualifications, support
Enter a state and see a list of all board certified behavior analysts
http://www.bacb.com/consum_frame.html
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Keywords: aba, qualifications, support
Enter a state and see a list of all board certified behavior analysts
Guidelines for Identification and Education of Children and Youth with Autism
http://www.state.ct.us/SDE/deps/special/Guidelines_Autism.pdf
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Keywords: schools, research, diagnosis, education, qualifications, family education
Connecticut publication of what autism is, it's prevalence in CT, how to choose effective programs, etc.
http://www.state.ct.us/SDE/deps/special/Guidelines_Autism.pdf
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Keywords: schools, research, diagnosis, education, qualifications, family education
Connecticut publication of what autism is, it's prevalence in CT, how to choose effective programs, etc.
WrightsLaw: Special Education Law and Advocacy
http://www.wrightslaw.com/
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Keywords: special education law, legal
Contains information about special education law in the US and how to be a good advocate
http://www.wrightslaw.com/
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Keywords: special education law, legal
Contains information about special education law in the US and how to be a good advocate
Autism Program Quality Indicators (NY State)
http://www.vesid.nysed.gov/specialed/autism/apqi.htm
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Keywords: qualifications, education, schools, teaching
Quality indicators for autism programs put out by the state of New York; good outline of what to look for in programs elsewhere
http://www.vesid.nysed.gov/specialed/autism/apqi.htm
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Keywords: qualifications, education, schools, teaching
Quality indicators for autism programs put out by the state of New York; good outline of what to look for in programs elsewhere
Autism Program Quality Indicators
http://www.celebratethechildren.org/Documents/Indicators.pdf
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Keywords: qualifications, education, schools
Quality indicators for programs serving youth with ASD including self-review and improvement. Put out by NJ Board of Ed, but generalizable to any program
http://www.celebratethechildren.org/Documents/Indicators.pdf
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Keywords: qualifications, education, schools
Quality indicators for programs serving youth with ASD including self-review and improvement. Put out by NJ Board of Ed, but generalizable to any program
Brookes Publishing
http://www.brookespublishing.com/
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Keywords: resources, books
Books on education, disabilities, early intervention, etc.
http://www.brookespublishing.com/
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Books on education, disabilities, early intervention, etc.
CT FEAT- ABA Job Connections
http://www.ctfeat.org/EmploymentBulletinBoard.htm
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Keywords: aba, qualifications, resources, support
List of ABA service providers, therapists and tutors in CT as well as guidelines for choosing a good program and the contact information for the listed programs
http://www.ctfeat.org/EmploymentBulletinBoard.htm
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Keywords: aba, qualifications, resources, support
List of ABA service providers, therapists and tutors in CT as well as guidelines for choosing a good program and the contact information for the listed programs
Disability Info: Autism and PDD
http://www.nichcy.org/pubs/factshe/fs1txt.htm
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Keywords: family education, diagnosis, teaching
Information on characteristics, schooling, what to do and tips for parents and teachers
http://www.nichcy.org/pubs/factshe/fs1txt.htm
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Keywords: family education, diagnosis, teaching
Information on characteristics, schooling, what to do and tips for parents and teachers
Teaching Children with Autism
http://www.polyxo.com/
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Keywords: resources, teaching, teaching technique, discrete trials, social skills
Resources for teaching children with autism including downloads and teaching tips
http://www.polyxo.com/
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Keywords: resources, teaching, teaching technique, discrete trials, social skills
Resources for teaching children with autism including downloads and teaching tips
Autism FAQ: Glossary of Terms
http://www.autism-resources.com/autismfaq-glos.html
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Definitions of words and acronyms used in talking about autism
http://www.autism-resources.com/autismfaq-glos.html
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Definitions of words and acronyms used in talking about autism
Yale Developmental Disabilities Clinic
http://info.med.yale.edu/chldstdy/autism/links.html
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Keywords: diagnosis, treatment, resources
Information about developmental disabilities and links to other great sites
http://info.med.yale.edu/chldstdy/autism/links.html
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Keywords: diagnosis, treatment, resources
Information about developmental disabilities and links to other great sites
ABA Curriculum
http://www.sixmurphys.com/bradley/abacurriculum.htm
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Step by step break down of curriculum for ABA
http://www.sixmurphys.com/bradley/abacurriculum.htm
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Step by step break down of curriculum for ABA
Teaching Tips for Children and Adults with Autism
http://www.autism.org/temple/tips.html
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Keywords: teaching, teaching technique, social skills, language, academic
28 tips for teaching people with autism, topics range from toileting to language to math
http://www.autism.org/temple/tips.html
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28 tips for teaching people with autism, topics range from toileting to language to math
Teaching Students with Autism
http://ericec.org/digests/e582.html
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Keywords: teaching technique, academic, discrete trials, behavior, prompting
Techniques for teaching children with autism broken into several broad areas to be considered
http://ericec.org/digests/e582.html
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Keywords: teaching technique, academic, discrete trials, behavior, prompting
Techniques for teaching children with autism broken into several broad areas to be considered
Applied Behavior Analysis
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Applied_Behavior_Analysis
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Keywords: aba, family education, discrete trials
Broad definition of ABA and discrete trials
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Applied_Behavior_Analysis
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Broad definition of ABA and discrete trials
Labosh Publishing: Helping Families Living with Autism
http://www.laboshpublishing.com/
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Publish pamphlets aimed at helping families to understand difficulties children may have and how to deal. Publish textbooks specifically designed for students with autism
http://www.laboshpublishing.com/
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Publish pamphlets aimed at helping families to understand difficulties children may have and how to deal. Publish textbooks specifically designed for students with autism
Resources for Starting and Running an ABA Program
http://www.usd.edu/cd/autism/topicpages/printer/ABA%20Resources.pdf
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Keywords: books, resources, aba, education, social skills, language
List of books, websites and videos about language, social skills, etc. in relation to teaching kids with autism
http://www.usd.edu/cd/autism/topicpages/printer/ABA%20Resources.pdf
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Keywords: books, resources, aba, education, social skills, language
List of books, websites and videos about language, social skills, etc. in relation to teaching kids with autism
Tourette Syndrome Association, Inc.
http://www.tsa-usa.org/
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Keywords: related disorders, diagnosis, education, treatment, research
Information on Tourette Syndrome including what is, how to live with it, diagnosis, treatment, etc.
http://www.tsa-usa.org/
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Keywords: related disorders, diagnosis, education, treatment, research
Information on Tourette Syndrome including what is, how to live with it, diagnosis, treatment, etc.
Nonverbal Learning Disorder
http://www.nldontheweb.org/
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Keywords: related disorders, education, diagnosis
Information on NLD with links to articles that deal with various aspects of the disorder
http://www.nldontheweb.org/
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Keywords: related disorders, education, diagnosis
Information on NLD with links to articles that deal with various aspects of the disorder
The Williams Syndrome Comprehensive Website
http://www.wsf.org/
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Keywords: related disorders, diagnosis, research, , education, treatment
Much information on every aspect of Williams Syndrome
http://www.wsf.org/
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Much information on every aspect of Williams Syndrome
The Williams Syndrome Association
http://www.williams-syndrome.org/
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Information on Williams Syndrome including what is, characteristics, and FAQs
http://www.williams-syndrome.org/
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Information on Williams Syndrome including what is, characteristics, and FAQs
Rett Syndrome Fact Sheet
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/rett/detail_rett.htm
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Information on the diagnosis and prognosis of Rett Syndrome
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/rett/detail_rett.htm
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Information on the diagnosis and prognosis of Rett Syndrome
Rett's Disorder
http://www.earlychildhoodbehavioralhealth.com/Disorders/retts.htm
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Comprehensive overview of Rett Syndrome including characteristics and treatment
http://www.earlychildhoodbehavioralhealth.com/Disorders/retts.htm
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Comprehensive overview of Rett Syndrome including characteristics and treatment
International Rett Syndrome Association
http://www.rettsyndrome.org/
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Information on Rett Syndrome, including characteristics and diagnosis
http://www.rettsyndrome.org/
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Information on Rett Syndrome, including characteristics and diagnosis
Asperger Syndrome Information Page
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/asperger/asperger.htm
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Information on the characteristics and diagnosis of Asperger's
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/asperger/asperger.htm
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Information on the characteristics and diagnosis of Asperger's
Asperger Disorder Homepage
http://www.aspergers.com/
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Information on treatment, diagnosis and causes for Asperger's
http://www.aspergers.com/
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Information on treatment, diagnosis and causes for Asperger's
Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis
http://seab.envmed.rochester.edu/jaba/
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Keywords: aba, research, behavior
Journal that publishes articles about applications of the experimental analysis of behavior
http://seab.envmed.rochester.edu/jaba/
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Journal that publishes articles about applications of the experimental analysis of behavior
Journal of the Experimental Analysis of Behavior
http://seab.envmed.rochester.edu/jeab/
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Publication of experiments relative to the behavior of individual organisms
http://seab.envmed.rochester.edu/jeab/
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Publication of experiments relative to the behavior of individual organisms
PubMed Central
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/index.html
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Keywords: resources, research
Search engine of all life science journals
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/index.html
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Search engine of all life science journals
Awesome Clip Art for Educators
http://www.awesomeclipartforeducators.com/
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Keywords: teaching, reinforcers, curriculum, activities
Clip art, coloring pages and worksheets for teachers to use in classrooms
http://www.awesomeclipartforeducators.com/
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Keywords: teaching, reinforcers, curriculum, activities
Clip art, coloring pages and worksheets for teachers to use in classrooms
Free Clip Art for Kids
http://www.thekidzpage.com/freeclipart.htm
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Keywords: teaching, reinforcers, curriculum
Clip art specifically designed for kids
http://www.thekidzpage.com/freeclipart.htm
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Keywords: teaching, reinforcers, curriculum
Clip art specifically designed for kids
Amazon
http://www.amazon.com
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Keywords: books, resources
Use the site with keywords such as autism, ABA curriculum, social stories, etc. to find many books on the topics
http://www.amazon.com
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Keywords: books, resources
Use the site with keywords such as autism, ABA curriculum, social stories, etc. to find many books on the topics
The Idea Box: Early Childhood Education & Activity Resources
http://www.theideabox.com/
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Keywords: teaching, curriculum, activities
Crafts and activities designed for young children
http://www.theideabox.com/
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Crafts and activities designed for young children
Curriculum and Environments
http://www.umaine.edu/eceol/curr.html
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Keywords: teaching, academic, curriculum, activities, education
Links to many approaches to teaching children in general
http://www.umaine.edu/eceol/curr.html
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Keywords: teaching, academic, curriculum, activities, education
Links to many approaches to teaching children in general