Judith Aronson-Ramos, M.D.
Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics of South Florida
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Tel: 954-531-0847
Fax: 954-531-0915






Resource Links

ADHD

www.sandiegoadhd.com - An excellent overview of all aspects of ADHD.
www.chadd.org - National Advocacy group of adults and children with ADHD there are many local chapters throughout the United States.
www.addwarehouse.com - Comprehensive listing of books and materials for purchase related to ADHD.
www.helpforadd.com - A good resource for teachers and parents on many different aspects of ADHD.
www.help4adhd.org - Website of the National Resource Center for ADHD.
www.myspaceofmind.com - A local group of clinicians and practitioners who individualize a novel approach to ADHD and related problems.
http://research.aboutkidshealth.ca/teachadhd - Excellent resouce for information related to school accomodations for ADHD.
www.radteach.com - Iconoclastic Neurologist turned middle school teacher offers her views on education and learning as it relates to ADHD and other disorders.

 
 

Autism

www.autismspeaks.org - This site has the most comprehensive and up to date information for parents about autism spectrum disorders
www.autismresearchnetwork.org - Comprehensive review of Autism research efforts.
www.autism-society.org - Official website of the Autism Society of America.
www.firstsigns.org - Focus on early diagnosis and intervention for Autism.
www.autismlink.com - Nationwide listing of Autism resources.
www.udel.edu/bkirby/asperger/ - Online Aspergers Syndrome Information and Support. (O.A.S.I.S.)
www.nichd.nih.gov/autism/ - National Institute of Health information relating to Autism.
www.maapservices.org - Information for individuals with high functioning Autism, PDD-NOS and Aspergers Syndrome.
www.umcard.org - Main website for The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) serving Dade and Broward counties. www.coe.fau.edu/card/ - Website for the CARD Center serving Palm Beach County. This is a state funded information, education and advocacy group for individuals and families with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Syndromes

There are many Syndromes in Pediatrics. Below is a listing of some of the syndromes we have treated in our practice and websites families have found helpful. The National Organization of Rare Disorders www.rarediseases.org is a general resources for families serching for support and information about a rare disease or syndrome. If you would like us to post information about a syndrome that has impacted you or your family please feel free to contact us.

All of the syndromes listed on this website vary in their presentation from mild to severe.

Fragile X syndrome is the most common inherited form of mental impairment and autism. It affects one in 4,000 boys and one in 6,000 girls. Read more about Fragile X Syndrome here.

Prader Willi Syndrome is a genetic disorder causing obesity and other problems for information go to www.pwfa.org and see Staff on the About section of this website.

Tuberous Sclerosis is a genetic disorder where children may have a vairety of medical problems related to the growth of small tumors throughout the body. It is a common cause of infantile seizures and Autism. For more information www.tsaalliance.org 

Aicardi Syndrome is a relatively rare genetic disorder resulting in seizures and developmental delay. For more information www.aicardisyndrome.org

Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder ranging from mild to severe where small tumors grow on nerves throughout the body. For more information www.nfinc.org

Learning

www.ncld.org - Website of the National Center for Learning Disabilities with information for parents and educators.
www.ldonline.org and www.greatschools.org - Excellent resources with information for teachers, families, and students about all types of learning disorders
www.radteach.com  -Website of Dr. Judy Willis who is a Neurologist turned Middle School Teacher offers a unique and compelling look at how children and adults learn.

Local Resources

Broward County
www.211-broward.org: 2-1-1 First Call For Help, Inc. (2-1-1 Broward) provides 24-hour comprehensive Helpline and support services for individuals in our community seeking crisis intervention assistance and/or information and referrals to health and human services in Broward County.
www.mhabroward.org -The Mental Health Association of Broward County
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/community/sfl-society-broward-social-a-l,0,5767654.htmlstory - Comprehensive listing A-Z of all social service organizations and groups in Broward county
Palm Beach County
http://www.pbcgov.com/publicsafety/youthaffairs/ - At risk youth in Palm Beach County
www.arcpbc.org - This is organizations serves special needs children and families in palm beach county.
www.ctrfam.org - The Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County offering a listing of direct services to families in Palm Beach County
State of Florida
www.ffddnews.com - Comprehensive site listing all news items and articles relevant to children and adults in Florida with developmental disabilities.
www.doh.state.fl.us - The Florida Department of Health website with comprehensive information on all issues pertaining to child health check the A-Z listing on this site.
www.fndfl.org - Family Network on Disabilities a statewide network of families and individuals of all ages who may be at-risk, have disabilities, or have special needs and their families, professionals, and concerned citizens.

Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics

www.dbpeds.org/learning/ and www.sdbp.org/lonks/links.html - Information for parents from two of the leading Professional Associations for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatricians.
www.abp.org - National Board Certification Organizagtion for all Pediatric Specialties in the U.S.
http://www.nichq.org/parents.html - Parent link of the National Initiative for Childrens Health Care Quality.
www.fcaap.org - Website of the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics with links to resouces specific to Florida.

 

Behavior and Development

www.aap.org - American Academy of Pediatrics.
www.zerotothree.org - Excellent resource for information on behavior and development for young children birth to three years.
www.cfw.tufts.edu - Resouce Directory of comprehensive listing relating to child development and behavior sponsored by Tufts University.
www.medlineplus.gov - Comprehensive resouce from the National Library of Medicine and National Institute of Health on topics related to all aspects of child development.

Medication

www.parentsmedguide.org - Practical information about medications for parents
www.fda.gov - Food and Drug Administration resource of the Federal Government includes most up to date listing of new medications.
www.epocrates.com - Online medication encyclopedia

Nutrition And Supplements

www.consumerlabs.com - This is an independent consumer watch group that looks at many over the counter supplements and vitamins to evaluate claims and product safety.
www.fi.edu/learn/brain/pyramid.html- A family friendly science based website with an innovative look at brain function and nutrition.
www.kids.niehs.nih.gov/weight.htm - A family friendly website from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences a division of the National Institute of Health
www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org- Recipes and information about how to make fruits and vegetables a larger part of your family's diet.
www.cdc.gov/HealthyYouth/obesity/index.htm  - A valuable and comprehensive resource created by the CDC.
www.smallstep.gov - A website promoting activity for families.

Mental Health

General Information
www.thereachinstitute.org
www.mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/publications
www.mentalhealthamerica.net
www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus
www.nimh.gov - National Insititue of Mental Health.
www.aacap.org - American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
www.aap.org - American Academy of Pediatrics.
www.nami.org - National Alliance fo the Mentally Ill

Depression, Anxiety, and OCD
www.depression.org - National Foundation for Depressive Illness
www.ocfoundation.org - Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
www.ada.org -Anxiety Disorders of America
www.DBSAlliance.org - Depression and Support Alliance

Suicide Prevention Hot Lines
National Hopeline Network:
(800) 784-2433
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255
National Youth Crisis Helpline: (800) 442-4673