Medline Plus: Developmental Disabilities

Information on developmental disabilities from Medline Plus. Includes research, organizations, law & policy, statistics, and patient handouts.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/developmentaldisabilities.html

CDC: Developmental Disabilities

Basic information on developmental disabilities from the Center for Disease Control (CDC).

http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/dd/

The Arc

"The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes."

Includes links to local branches, advocacy, events, and online support.

http://www.thearc.org/

Autism Web: A Parent's Guide to Autism Spectrum Disorders

A community of parents interested in autism, Asperger's syndrome and pervasive developmental disorders. Includes articles, teaching methods, advice, and discussion forums.

http://www.autismweb.com/