Resources
Trusted external organizations, government programs, and support communities for parents navigating ADHD and autism. These are independent resources — we link to them because we trust their content, not because they’re part of ScreenMyChild.
External links open in a new tab. ScreenMyChild has no affiliation with these organizations and receives no compensation for these recommendations. Government program names and URLs change — verify eligibility and current details on each official site before relying on them.
Government & authoritative
Federal and professional bodies setting the standard of care.
CDC Learn the Signs. Act Early.
OfficialDevelopmental milestones from 2 months to 5 years, plus the AAP-endorsed timeline for screening conversations with your pediatrician.
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HealthyChildren.org (AAP)
OfficialThe American Academy of Pediatrics’ official parent-facing site. Authoritative articles on every developmental and behavioral topic.
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NICHQ Vanderbilt ADHD Toolkit
OfficialThe full Vanderbilt scoring guide and the parent + teacher assessment forms used in primary-care ADHD evaluation.
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Autism-specific
Diagnosis pathways, support, and family-led communities.
CDC Autism Spectrum Disorder
OfficialSigns and symptoms by age, screening pathways, and what a diagnostic evaluation actually looks like.
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M-CHAT-R™ Official Site
OfficialThe original M-CHAT-R toddler screener with the official scoring guide and citation. The same items we use on ScreenMyChild.
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Autism Speaks
Family services directory, financial-assistance navigation, advocacy. Wide reach; mixed reception in the autistic community — worth knowing both perspectives.
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Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)
Nonprofit run by autistic people. Strong perspective on advocacy, language (identity-first vs. person-first), and adult autistic life — an important balance to caregiver-led organizations.
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Autism Society of America
The oldest grassroots autism organization in the US. Local affiliate network, advocacy, and a national parent helpline.
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ADHD-specific
Evidence-based ADHD information and parent communities.
CHADD
Children and Adults with ADHD — the largest US ADHD advocacy organization. Parent support groups, professional directory, evidence-based guides.
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ADDitude Magazine
FreePractical, parent-friendly ADHD content from clinicians and parents. Strong newsletter; large free archive.
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ADDA (Attention Deficit Disorder Association)
The leading US ADHD advocacy organization for adults — useful for parents of older teens transitioning to college and adulthood, plus parents who realize they have ADHD too.
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How to ADHD (Jessica McCabe)
FreeHugely popular YouTube channel and book by an ADHD adult. Practical, visual, parent- and kid-friendly explainers — great for understanding ADHD from the inside out.
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Education & IEP / 504 plans
Navigating school-based supports and legal rights.
Early intervention
Services for children under 3 (Part C) and 3–5 (Part B).
Crisis & mental health
Immediate support when something feels urgent.
Educational tools & videos for kids
Free, parent-trusted learning content that adapts well to kids with different attention and learning styles.
Khan Academy
FreeFree K–12 academic content. Bite-sized lessons at the child’s own pace — suits shorter attention spans and lets kids review without classroom pressure.
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Reading Rockets
FreeFree, evidence-based reading instruction resources from PBS. Especially useful for kids with reading challenges, which often co-occur with ADHD.
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PBS Kids
FreeLong-form trusted educational kids’ content. Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood (social-emotional learning) is a standout for younger kids.
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Sesame Workshop — See Amazing in All Children
FreeSesame Street’s autism initiative — free downloadable storybooks, videos, and routine cards designed for autistic kids and their siblings.
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Government schemes by country
Disability benefits, education rights, and financial support programs vary widely by country. Verify eligibility and current details on each official site.
🇺🇸 SSI for Children
FinancialMonthly cash benefit for children with severe disabilities in low-income families. Eligibility and application via the SSA.
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🇺🇸 IDEA / Special Education
EducationFederal special-education law guaranteeing IEPs and Early Intervention for eligible children. The IDEA site is the authoritative source.
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🇺🇸 Medicaid HCBS Waivers
OfficialHome and Community-Based Services waivers — state-administered, covers therapies, respite care, and supports for children with significant disabilities.
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🇺🇸 ABLE Accounts
FinancialTax-advantaged savings accounts for people with disabilities. Save without losing means-tested benefits eligibility.
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🇬🇧 Disability Living Allowance for Children
FinancialCash benefit for children under 16 in the UK with care or mobility needs. Tax-free and not means-tested.
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🇬🇧 Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plans
EducationStatutory document for children with significant special educational needs in England. Funded by the local authority.
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🇬🇧 Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
FinancialUK benefit for ages 16+. Replaces DLA for adults; helps with extra costs from long-term illness or disability.
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🇨🇦 Child Disability Benefit
FinancialTax-free monthly payment for Canadian families raising a child under 18 with a severe and prolonged impairment.
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🇨🇦 Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)
FinancialLong-term savings plan with significant federal matching grants for individuals approved for the Disability Tax Credit.
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🇨🇦 Disability Tax Credit (DTC)
FinancialNon-refundable tax credit for individuals with severe and prolonged impairments. The gateway to most other federal disability programs.
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🇦🇺 NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme)
OfficialAustralian federal scheme funding supports for people with significant and permanent disability. Includes early intervention for children.
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🇦🇺 Carer Payment & Carer Allowance
FinancialIncome support and supplementary payments for Australians who provide constant care for a person with disability or severe illness.
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🇮🇳 National Trust (Autism, CP, MR, MD)
OfficialStatutory body under India’s Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. Operates welfare schemes including legal guardianship.
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🇮🇳 UDID (Unique Disability ID)
OfficialNational ID card for persons with disabilities in India. Required to access most central and state government schemes.
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🇮🇳 Niramaya Health Insurance Scheme
FinancialAffordable health insurance for persons covered under the National Trust Act — autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disability, multiple disabilities.
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🇮🇳 RPwD Act (Rights of Persons with Disabilities, 2016)
OfficialIndia’s comprehensive disability rights law. Recognizes 21 disabilities and grants rights to education, employment, and accessibility.
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