Reviewed Childhood Mental Disorders and Illnesses Information Links
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Special Olympics Special Olympics The main website for Special Olympics, an international organization dedicated to empowering individuals with mental retardation to become physically fit, productive and respected members of society through sports training and competition. Special Olympics offers children and adults with mental retardation year-round training and competition in 26 Olympic-type summer and winter sports. There is no cost to participate in Special Olympics. "Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt."
Family Village University of Wisconsin-Madison A global community that integrates information, resources, and communication opportunities on the Internet for persons with mental retardation and other disabilities, their families, and those that provide them services and supports. Rich in content, easy to navigate, and frequently updated.
About Our Kids NYU Child Study Center The Center was founded in 1997 to improve the treatment of child psychiatric disorders through scientific practice, research, and education, and to eliminate the stigma of being or having a child with a psychiatric disorder. The website contains information for families and for professionals and includes material such as research about the signs, symptoms and treatment options for common child psychiatric disorders, a mental health dictionary, and a medication guide. The information is easy to understand, yet fairly comprehensive.
Tourette Syndrome Plus Leslie E. Packer, PhD This site is jam packed with information about Tourette Syndrome and other childhood disorders. It is easily navigated (no frames). The information is presented in a clear and concise fashion.
National Fragile X Foundation National Fragile X Foundation This site provides a great deal of information about Fragile X and related conditions (such as Autism), including definitions, causes, testing, interventions, and resources. The site is easy to navigate and the information is thorough and yet understandable. A great site to check out!
