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The Interdisciplinary Council on Developmental & Learning Disorders (ICDL)
The Interdisciplinary Council includes outstanding professionals from the different disciplines working with children and families where there are developmental and/or learning problems. Its aim is to improve the identification, prevention and treatment of developmental and learning disorders.
Dr. Stanley Greenspan
The Autism Society of America
The Autism Society of Los Angeles
Autism Parenting Magazine
CAN (Cure Autism Now)
Cure Autism Now is an organization founded by parents, doctors, and researchers, dedicated to promoting biomedical and genetic research to find a cure for autism.
Autism Speaks
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Dosorder (CHADD)
Selective Mutism Group/Childhood Anxiety Network
Communidades Inclusivas (Inclusive Communities) - Developmental Resources and Courses for Spanish Speaking Professionals and Parents
Handouts/Presentations
- April 2, 2018: Handouts from Webinar conducted by Dr. Hess on The Differentiation and Play Therapy Treatment of ASD and ADHD in Children that was translated into Chinese. This workshop was sponsored by Xinlicheng Counseling of Shanghai, China.
College Resources
Taking the Necessary Steps to help your Adolescent with Special Needs Transition into College by Dr. Esther Hess
Accredited Online Schools and Colleges: Guide for Online Colleges & Disabilities
Online Colleges: College Support for Students with Disabilities
Home Buying/Ownership Guides
Home Ownership Guide for People with Disabilities
Creating a Home Atmosphere of Solitude to Help Cope with Adult Autism
How to Create a Backyard Sanctuary for Kids with Disabilities
Sensory Room Ideas for Children With Autism
Information regarding Sensory Processing Disorder
Sensory Processing Disorder by Esther B. Hess, Ph.D.
Evidence based research to support DIR/Floor Time
UW work helps pinpoint autism indicator in infants’ brains
Training the Brain: Practical Applications of Neural Plasticity From the Intersection of Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, and Prevention Science
The Effect of Teacher Style on Interactive Engagement of Preschool-Aged Children with Special Learning Needs
York University Researchers Provide Evidence Based Support That the Developmental/Relational Based DIR/Floor Time Model of Play Actually Changes the Way the Brain Is Wired
A pilot randomized controlled trial of DIR/Floortime™ parent training intervention for pre-school children with autistic spectrum disorders
Floor Time Play with a child with autism: A single-subject study
Families of autistic kids sue over therapy's elimination
Evidence Base for the DIR/Floortime Approach
DIR/Floortime and Autism Spectrum Disorders: Overview and Summary of Scientific and Public Support
Autism and Parent's Choices: Fact Sheet
Parents' Guide: So Your Child Has Been Diagnosed With Autism…
Mandating Autism Policy - A Closer Look at the Evidence: A Fact Sheet for Law Makers, Parents and Health Professionals
Published Articles Supportive of DIR/Floor Time Intervention
A Person-Centered Approach to Problem Behavior: Using DIR/Floortime with Adults Who Have Severe Developmental Delays, Gene Christian, M.S., C.R.C.
EDITORIAL: A Developmental Model for Research on Interventions for Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Stanley I. Greenspan, M.D. and Serena Wieder, Ph.D.
Asian American Parents' Subjective Experiences with the Utilization of Floortime Method for Children with Autism: A Preliminary Investigation,Thao Trinh
New Research/Legislation on Autism
Anthem, Blue Shield to cover therapy for autistic children
Tips for Kids
From Dr. Hess
Several tips to more effectively improve your special needs child's transition into the new school year.
Tips to Support your Child with Selective Mutism Transition Back to School
How to help an introverted child via KidsintheHouse
How to Teach Children About Disabilities and Inclusion
From the Web
Helping Asperger's Teens to Survive and Thrive: 15 Key Steps
Strategies for Working With Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
15 Behavior Strategies for Children on the Autism Spectrum
ADHD in children
Is a Therapy Dog Right for Your Child with Autism
Driving with Autism: How to Prepare for Your Driver’s Test
Autism and Sleep: Empowering Children with ASD for Better Sleep
Assistive Technology for Children with Autism guide
Sensory overload: Teaching children with autism to take medication
Sensory overload and tips on how to manage it
How to Find an Accessible Apartment
Resources for Kids in Trauma
Looks and Features of Accessible Apartments
Creating a Sensory Friendly Home
Special Needs Trusts: What Parents and Caregivers Need to Know
Water Safety Guide for Children With Special Needs
Online Safety Guide for People with ASD
Virtual Activities for Kids with Autism
Travel Tips
Overcoming obstacles while traveling with people who have ASD
COVID resources for Parents
Making Special Education Work for Your Child During COVID
Coping with Covid Stress
Autism Society: Covid-19 toolkit
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"How to Take the Trick Out of Trick or Treat" - Solutions for the Halloween Blues for our Special Needs Kids
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Addressing Practical Solutions to Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder
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DIR/Floor Time and Early Onset Bi-polar Patterns in Children
Bi-Polar Symptoms
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Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of The Listening Program for Improvement of Auditory Skills and Speech for Children With Down Syndrome
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A Study to Establish Whether the Use of The Listening Program is Effective in Improving Auditory Skills for Children with Autism
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Selected Sildes from Dr. Hess's Recent Presentations - 2009
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Suggested Social Games
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Examples of Educational Strategies
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Mining Report-April 2009: Play-Based Intervention with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
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Floor Time: An Emotional Developmental Approach to Play Therapy for Children Impacted by Developmental and/or Affective Disorders
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Challenges of Families Raising a Special Needs Child
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Autism: Identification, Assessment and Intervention
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Clinical Support for Families Dealing with the Diagnosis of Autism
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Uses of Play with Learning Disabilities and Developmental Delay
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Developmental Tasks During Early Adolescence: Strategies for the Classroom
Developmental Tasks for Grades 1-4: Strategies for the Classroom
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Doing Floor Time as a Group Activity
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Floor Time: An Intervention that Brings Families Together
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