Resources
Resources & Recommended Reading
At Developmental Neuropsychology Associates (DNA), we believe that knowledge is power. Whether you're navigating the evaluation process, seeking accommodations, or looking for ways to support executive function and learning at home, we've compiled a list of trusted resources to guide you.
Understanding Evaluations & Accommodations
A go-to resource for parents navigating IEPs, 504 Plans, and special education law.
Provides parent-friendly explanations of learning disabilities, ADHD, and school accommodations.
A comprehensive source of information on ADHD diagnosis, treatment, and school accommodations.
PA Dept. of Education:
A Parent’s Guide to Special
Education Rights
A guide to IDEA law and IEPs.
College Board SSD (Services for Students with Disabilities)
Information on SAT/ACT
accommodations and how to apply.
School Supports & Advocacy
A breakdown of differences
between an IEP and a 504 Plan.
Research-based strategies for helping kids succeed in school.
Information on learning disabilities, accommodations, and strategies for students.
Tips on how to advocate for the right school supports.
Office for Civil Rights (OCR): 504 Plan Rights
Government resource on 504 Plan legal rights.
ADHD, Executive Function, & Learning Strategies
A practical guide for helping kids with executive function challenges.
A science-backed guide to
understanding and supporting children with ADHD.
Articles, tools, and webinars on ADHD strategies for kids & adults.
A must-read for parents of kids who struggle with emotional regulation.
Exercises to help teens improve organization, time management, and self-regulation.
Autism & Social Communication Support
A practical, clinician-friendly guide to understanding and identifying autism in diverse presentations.
A parent-friendly guide to sensory
processing differences.
Resources for helping kids with social communication challenges.
Evidence-based perspectives on autism support & advocacy.
A curriculum to help children understand emotions and
self-regulation.
College & Young Adult Transition Support
The Princeton Review: College Accommodations Guide
How to secure college
accommodations for ADHD, learning disabilities, and mental health needs.
Going to College with ADHD: CHADD
Strategies for ADHD-friendly studying, organization, and self-advocacy.
Tools for college-bound students with learning disabilities.
Resources on college & workplace disability accommodations.
Legal & Advocacy Resources
Legal resources for special
education advocacy.
Resources for disability rights and legal protections.
State-Specific Disability Services
Find local agencies & resources for disability support.
Your Rights Under IDEA
Official U.S. Department of Education guide to special education law.