Psychology: Psyc 3130 - Psychology of the Exceptional Child

Guide to information for the field of Psychology. This page is updated and added to frequently.

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American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP)
Information for general public and professionals. Facts for Families and Resource Centers sections contain a wealth of information on disorders and disabilities.
LD Online
This site features hundreds of articles, multimedia, monthly columns by noted experts, first person essays, children’s writing and artwork, a comprehensive resource guide, forums, and a referral directory of professionals, schools, and products.
National Association for Gifted Children
Resources for parents, educators, researchers.
National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities
Center works to identify the causes of birth defects and developmental disabilities; help children to develop and reach their full potential; and promote health and well-being among people of all ages with disabilities, including blood disorders.

Annual Disabilities Statistics Compendium by Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Disability Statistics and Demographics
Major national survey data (such as the ACS, CPS, NHIS, and SIPP) and the administrative records of government programs (such as SSDI, SSI, federal/state VR programs).
Encyclopedia of Applied Psychology
Call Number: REFERENCE - BF636 .E52 2004 v.1-3
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A comprehensive and authoritative study covering the field of applied psychology. It includes articles intended to inform a broad spectrum of readers, ranging from research professionals through to students and the interested general public
Encyclopedia of Learning Disabilities
Call Number: LC4704.5 .T86 2002
Location: Lemonis Lvl 4 Lower
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Explains a complex group of medical and psychological disorders recognized as learning disabilities; how to identify them, information on obtaining a diagnosis, and how to find the best treatments and aids.
Encyclopedia of Special Education
Call Number: LC 4007 .E53 2007 v.1-3
Location: Raynor Reference
Publication Date: 2007
3rd edition. Check MARQCAT record for availability.
International Encyclopedia of the Social Sciences by William A. Darity, Jr., editor in chief
Publication Date: 2008
Use the "Search Within Publication" box in the upper right. Features articles and biographies contributed by scholars from around the world on a wide array of global topics in the social sciences.