This page lists by topic area a collection of organizations, journals, and online resources that provide information about treatment, support, or services for people with disabilities, as well as their families and professionals who support them.
On this page:
- Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
- Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
- Learning Disabilities.
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Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
- Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA).
ADDA provides information, resources, and networking to adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and to the professionals that work with them. ADDA focuses on diagnosis, treatments, strategies, and techniques for helping adults with ADHD lead better lives.
National Resource Center: (866) 200-8098; available Monday through Friday from 1 pm to 5 pm, ET.
Contact form.
- Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD).
CHADD helps to improve the lives of people with ADHD through collaborative leadership, advocacy, research, education, and support.
Toll free: (866) 200-8098; available Monday through Friday from 1 pm to 5 pm, ET.
Phone: (301) 306-7070.
Fax: (301) 306-7090.
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
- Autism National Committee (AutCom).
AutCom is a nonprofit organization that works to protect and advance the human and civil rights of all people with ASD and related differences of communication and behavior.
Email: info@autcom.org.
- Autism Society.
The Autism Society connects people with autism spectrum disorders and their families to the resources they need through education, advocacy, support, information and referral, and community programming.
Toll Free: (800) 328-8476.
Email: Info@AutismSociety.org.
- Autism Speaks.
Autism Speaks works to ensure access to reliable information and services for people with autism across their lifespan; supports research and innovation that drives towards improved quality of life and wellbeing; accelerates delivery of solutions for adult quality of life needs that include transition, employment, housing, and health and wellness.
Toll Free: (888) AUTISM2 (888-288-4762); available Monday to Friday.
Toll Free (Spanish): (888) 772-9050.
Email: help@autismspeaks.org.
- Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Autism Center for Education.
The VCU Autism Center for Education improves services and supports for individuals with autism spectrum disorder by promoting the implementation of research-based practices in schools and the community through training, technical assistance, research, and collaboration.
Toll Free: (855) 711-6987 (V).
TTY: (804) 828-2494.
Fax: (804) 828-2193.
Email: autismcenter@vcu.edu.
Learning Disabilities
- Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA).
LDA empowers people with learning disabilities, their families, educators, and professionals with key knowledge; works to increase the rate of early and accurate identification and evidence-based interventions for people with learning disabilities; and provides essential localized support.
Phone: (412) 341-1515.
Email: info@LDAAmerica.org.
- Learning Disability Resources from LD Online.
LD Online seeks to help children and adults reach their full potential by providing accurate information and advice about learning disabilities and ADHD.
Email: ldonline@weta.org.
- Literacy Information and Communication System (LINCS).
LINCS offers an array of final publications from the National Institute for Literacy (NIFL), archives of all NIFL webcasts; and a continuation of popular resources, including news and discussion lists.
Contact form.
- National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD).
NCLD works to improve the lives of children and adults with learning and attention disabilities, by empowering parents and young adults, transforming schools, and advocating for equal rights and opportunities.
Contact form.