Dyslexia

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), a part of the National Institutes of Health, is the leading U.S. federal government agency supporting research on brain and nervous system disorders. It provides the public with educational materials and information about these disorders.

The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) is a nonprofit organization that helps people who have dyslexia and their families. It provides referral services, research, advocacy, and information about learning disabilities to consumers and health professionals. Fact sheets are available on the IDA Web site.

This website is sponsored by the Nemours Foundation. It has a wide range of information about children's health, from allergies and diseases to normal growth and development (birth to adolescence). This website offers separate areas for kids, teens, and parents, each providing age-appropriate information that the child or parent can understand. You can sign up to get weekly emails about your area of interest.

LDA is a nonprofit organization that has international as well as state and local affiliates. Members include individuals with learning disabilities, family members, and concerned professionals. LDA strives to create opportunities for success for anyone affected by learning disabilities. The Web site has information, a calendar of events, a bookstore, and other resources.

The National Center for Learning Disabilities provides up-to-date information about learning disabilities in adults, teens, and children. From the Web site you can access free newsletters and online talks from parents and experts in the field. Parents and professionals can find information on building skills, recognizing warning signs, and responding to young children's needs.