References for Parents and Professionals

American Academy of Pediatrics,  Joint Statement: Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, and Vision (2009) Brown, Attention Deficit Disorder: The Unfocused Mind in Children and Adults (2006) Cooper-Kahn and Dietzel, Late, Lost, and Unprepared: A Parents’ Guide to Helping Children with Executive Functioning (2008)   Kelly and Ramundo, You Mean I’m Not Lazy, Stupid or Crazy? :The Classic Self-Help Book for Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (2006) Mamen, Understanding Nonverbal Learning Disabilities: A Common-Sense Guide for Parents and  Professionals (2007) Monastra, Parenting Children with ADHD (2004) Nicholson and Fawcett, Dyslexia, Learning, and the Brain (2010) Phelan, 1-2-3 Magic: Effective Discipline for Children 2-12 (2010) Tuckman, More Attention, Less Deficit: Success Strategies for Adults with ADHD (2009)

Online Resources

CHADD A national non-profit organization working to improve the lives of people with attention problems through education, advocacy and support.  ♦  International Dyslexia Association A non-profit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to the study and treatment of dyslexia as well as related language-based learning differences ♦  Matrix Parents Association Provides information and support to parents of children with learning disorders, attention problems, and special needs in Marin, Napa, Solano, and Sonoma counties. ♦  LD On-line On-line information for parents of children with learning disabilities ♦  Learning Disabilities Association of California Provides information and support to parents and professionals about learning disorders.

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