Resources

General

Effective Child Therapy is a site created by the Society of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology to provide information about evidence-based mental health treatment for children and adolescents. It is designed for parents, caregivers and families.
Positive relationships, access to health care, proper nutrition, and quality early learning opportunities play a critical role in getting your child off to a great start. Have questions about your child’s development? With the state’s only comprehensive resource grid for families, Help Me Grow offers a free developmental screening and can help you connect with resources to support your child’s development.
HealthyChildren.org is a parenting website created and backed by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Shaywitz, S. E., & Shaywitz, J. (2020). Overcoming dyslexia: a major update and revision of the essential program for reading problems at any level, incorporating the latest breakthroughs in science, educational methods, technology, and legal accommodations. 2nd edition. New York: Alfred A. Knopf.
Eide, B., & Eide, F. (2023). The dyslexic advantage: unlocking the hidden potential of the dyslexic brain. Revised and updated, New edition. New York: Plume.

https://childmind.org/guide/parents-guide-to-dyslexia/
The International Dyslexia Association, Inc. (IDA) is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) charity, organized and operated to provide advocacy, resources and services to teaching professionals, advocates and individuals and families impacted by dyslexia and other related learning differences. Their website (https://dyslexiaida.org/) has a wealth of information about dyslexia.

The Autism Society of South Carolina provides assistance, education, services, and resources to improve the lives of Autistic individuals.
The Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) believes that the goal of autism advocacy should be a world in which autistic people enjoy equal access, rights, and opportunities. A number of resources to this end are available on their website.
If you are looking for books on autism, there are many. Here is a list of 100-ish books on autism and neurodiversity from Not An Autism Mom.

Wrights Law provides reliable, up-to-date information about special education law and advocacy for children with disabilities.

Children and adult who learn and think differently can succeed in school, work, and relationships. Often, they can benefit from help that uses their strengths and targets any areas of need. More information for parents is available from HealthyChildren.org
Learning Disabilities Association of America provides support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals with cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources.
Understood.org is a nonprofit dedicated to shaping the world for difference. They provide resources and support so people who learn and think differently can thrive — in school, at work, and throughout life.

Barkley, R. (2020). Taking Charge of ADHD: The complete, authoritative guide for parents (4th Edition). New York: Guildford Press.
Hallowell, E.M. and Ratey, J.J. (2021). ADHD 2.0: New science and essential strategies for thriving with distraction–from childhood through adulthood. New York: Random House Publishing Group.
Nadeau, K., Littman, E. and Quinn, P. (2015) Understanding Girls with ADHD: How they feel and why they do what they do.

Resources on ADHD from Childmind can be found here: https://childmind.org/topics/adhd-attention-problems/
Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) is a national nonprofit organization serving people affected by ADHD. Their website (https://chadd.org/) has a wealth of information about ADHD.