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General Psychology Information Resources

Behavenet - Includes diagnostic criteria for every mental disorder in addition to lists of providers, associations, and support groups.

American Psychological Association (APA)- Provides information on various disorders ranging from ADHD to depression to schizophrenia.  Also includes current research, news and information about educational programs.

American Psychiatric Association - 
 Provides links and information on the latest diagnostic criteria for mental health disorders, current trends in medication, and research on psychiatric topics.

National Alliance on Mental Illness - Includes information on mental health diagnoses, support for those facing mental health issues,  and treatment resources.


Education & Learning Disorders Resources

Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) - Includes information about learning disorders such as Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, ADHD, etc. as well as links to become involved in state legislation, events, and conferences for families and educators. 

The National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) - Provides practical advice, resources, and community links for parents who have children with learning disorders.

Internet Special Education Resources (ISER) - Provides a directory of professionals, organizations, and schools that serve the learning disabilities and special education communities.  

Educational Connections, Inc. - Offers individually tailored tutoring and educational coaching services to students of all ages (kindergarden - college).  Study skills and test prep services available as well. 

Oasis@Mapp (Aspergersyndrom.org) - Offers a wealth of information, support, and resources for individuals and families with Asperger's disorder.  


 Self Improvement, Success, and Positive Psychology Resources

Nightingale Conant- Information and products that promote personal achievement, success, and happiness. Free downloads available in addition to items for purchase. 

Authentic Happiness- Information on research and initiatives in positive psychology.

International Positive Psychology Association - Promotes positive psychology research and application.


Deaf Related Resources

Nat'l Deaf Education Center- Numerous resources and educational information for and about deaf  and hard of hearing individuals and their families.

Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center- Information and support for deaf children and their families.  Includes educational resources, information about camps and activities etc.

Visual Language & Visual Learning / Science of Learning Center- Presents current and ongoing research aimed at gaining a greater understanding of the biological, cognitive, linguistic, sociocultural, and pedagogical conditions that influence the acquisition of language and knowledge through the visual modality.
The information and links listed on this page are meant to be a community resource.  Doctor Halper & Associates does not endorse or take responsibility for any information found through the resources listed.