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Additional resources and information on learning differences.

Additional Resources

Academic Language Therapy Association (ALTA)
Academic Language Therapy Association (ALTA) is the professional credentialing organization for those trained in Multisensory Structured Language Education and Therapy. ALTA Certified Academic Language Therapists and Certified Academic Language Practitioners provide effective, evidence-based reading and writing instruction to individuals with dyslexia and related learning disabilities.

Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)
ADDA provides resources exclusively for and about adult ADHD. ADDA brings together scientific perspectives and the human experience to generate hope, awareness, empowerment and connections worldwide in the field of ADHD

Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
CHADD is the national resource on ADHD. Individuals can use an online directory to find resources in their area such as clinicians, support groups and more. Additionally, individuals may access a chapter directory to find a CHADD affiliate in their area.

Dallas Branch of the International Dyslexia Association
The International Dyslexia Association Dallas Branch is committed to promoting literacy for individuals with dyslexia and related disorders through advocacy, education and support.

International Dyslexia Association
The International Dyslexia Association is a non-profit education and advocacy organization devoted to issues surrounding dyslexia.

LD Online
LD OnLine seeks to help children and adults reach their full potential by providing accurate and up-to-date information and advice about learning disabilities and ADHD.

Learning Disabilities Association of America
LDA visualizes a world in which learning disabilities are universally understood, so all individuals are accepted, supported, and empowered to live a self-determined life. LDA’s mission is to create opportunities for success for all individuals affected by learning disabilities through support, education, and advocacy.

National Center for Learning Disabilities, Inc.
NCLD’s mission is to improve the lives of the 1 in 5 children and adults nationwide with learning and attention issues—by empowering parents and young adults, transforming schools and advocating for equal rights and opportunities.

Texas Scottish Rite Hospital
Luke Waites Center for Dyslexia & Learning Disorders is named for Dr. Lucius Waites, who in 1965 established a program at Scottish Rite to identify and treat children with learning disorders, primarily dyslexia.

StandUp LD
A Dallas non-profit support network for parents and educators seeking educational resources to support and inspire children with learning differences.

Understood
To help those who learn and think differently discover their potentials, take control, find community, and stay on positive paths along each stage of life’s journey.