Apraxia 
Leslie Styba, a speech language pathologist, gives a definition of apraxia and describes acquired apraxia and developmental apraxia of speech.
http://home.ica.net/~fred/anch10-5.htm
Apraxia of Speech 
Provides an online support group, message center, and personal experiences with Apraxia.
http://apraxiaofspeech.freehosting.net/
Apraxia-Kids 
Provides articles by speech-language pathologists, an e-mail discussion list, message board, newsletter, resources, book suggestions, news, and conference information.
http://www.apraxia-kids.org/
CHERAB Foundation, Inc 
An international non-profit organization which provides a support group, articles, and links about children who are late talkers or diagnosed with apraxia. Also included: up-to-date information about essential fatty acids research.
http://www.cherab.org/
Child Apraxia Therapy Ideas 
Provides therapy ideas for those treating a child with apraxia of speech. From Judith Maginnis Kuster's Communication Disorders Internet Guide.
http://www.mnsu.edu/dept/comdis/kuster2/therapy/apraxiarx.html
Developmental Apraxia 
By Nancy William, M.A., this page provides a parent-friendly definition of apraxia and suggestions for what parents can do at home to help their child.
http://www.wyandotte.org/SpecialEd/apraxia.htm
Dyspraxia 
Article describing symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment. [From BBC Health]
http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/conditions/dyspraxia2.shtml
Dyspraxia: Can We Talk? 
A reference center for Speech-Language Pathologists, parents and friends. Provides description, recommendations, tips, treatment information, sample IEP, and humorous look at parenting.
http://www.tayloredmktg.com/dyspraxia/
Dyspraxic Teens 
Forum offering support to teenagers with Dyspraxia. Information about Dyspraxia, resources, advice, and message board.
http://www.dyspraxicteens.org.uk/
Kaufman Children's Center for Speech Language and Sensory Disorders 
Provides therapy for apraxia of speech for preschool and early elementary-aged children. Site gives a list of signs of apraxia, a calendar of workshops sponsored by the Center, and links to more information. Director: Nancy Kaufman, M.A., CCC/SLP
http://www.kidspeech.com/
NINDS Apraxia Information Page 
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke briefly describes acquired apraxia (i.e. adult onset apraxia as result of stroke or similar incident of anoxia, a loss of oxygen to the brain), its treatment, prognosis, and helpful organizations
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/apraxia/apraxia.htm
Phonology Project and Clinic 
Origins, assessment, and treatment of child speech disorders. Lawrence Shriberg, principal investigator, focuses on collaborative genetic projects in apraxia of speech.
http://www.waisman.wisc.edu/phonology/
Prompt Institute 
Provides therapy for children with apraxia of speech. Gives a calendar of PROMPT workshops. Executive Director: Deborah Hayden, M.A.,CCC-SLP
http://www.promptinstitute.com/
The Dyspraxia Foundation 
Supports individuals and families affected by developmental dyspraxia through books, suggestions, a teen newsletter, and an adult support group.
http://www.dyspraxiafoundation.org.uk/
The Talking Page 
Features sound clips of children with apraxia speaking. Produced by Scott Bilker and his son, Brandon.
http://www.debtsmart.com/talk
What Can You Tell Me About Apraxia 
FAQ providing an overview of apraxia of speech from the Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education, Department of Education's Office of Educational Research and Improvement (ERIC).
http://www.ericec.org/faq/apraxia.html
Yahoo Groups: Dyspraxia 
E-mail list providing support, tips, and suggestions for adults who have dyspraxia or similar coordination difficulties.
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/Dyspraxia/
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