The Pediatric Center of Frederick

ADDitude Magazine
Lots of great information and tips on wide range of topics related to ADD, ADHD and LD.
ADD Warehouse
Lots of products such as books, videos and DVDs related to ADD, autism, depression and school related problems in children and adolescents.
The National Resource on ADHD
Most well-known non-profit group related to ADHD.

Asthma Information from Children's National Medical Center
Asthma resources for parents including instructional videos.

Autism - Early Signs
To improve recognition of the early signs of ASD among pediatricians, parents and early intervention providers, autism researcher Dr. Rebecca Landis has developed a free 9 minute video tutorial on ASD behavioral signs in one year olds.
Autism - Infants and Toddlers Program
If you and your provider agree that further screening is needed, you can request a free developmental assessment through your state Department of Health.
Autism - MCHAT
The MCHAT is an autism screening tool designed to identify children 16-30 months of age who should receive a more thorough assessment for possible early signs of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or developmental delay. We administer the MCHAT at the 18 month well visit.

Car Seat Lady
Empowering parents to keep their children as safe as possible while traveling by car.
Car Seat Safety - MD KISS (kids in safety seats)
Everything you need to know about car seat laws in Maryland.
Car Seat Safety Information from the AAP
Comprehensive car seat safety information for families.
Child Safety Seat Program - Frederick County
Information regarding the Child Safety Seat Program including Safety Seat Checkpoints and information on no cost car seats to Frederick County residents enrolled in Medicaid, as well as contact information.

AAP Healthy Children Website
Healthy Children.org is committed to offering the most reliable, up-to-the-minute health advice for proactive parents and caregivers.
Kids Health from the Nemours Foundation
Good general information about kids' health.

LGBTQ Community Resources - The Frederick Center
The Frederick Center serves the LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) community and its allies. Its vision is to be the leading organization for LGBTQ resources and advocacy in central Maryland.

Frederick Co Mental Health Association Walk In Behavioral Health Services
Experiencing an emotional, mental, family or relationship crisis?
Suicidal thoughts? Anxiety, grief or depression? Help is here. At MHA’s Walk-in Behavioral Health you will meet with a crisis specialist who will work with you to resolve your concerns and connect you with appropriate supports. Walk-in or virtual, no cost, all ages, available 24/7.

Books to Help Manage Anxiety
Books for children and caregivers to help manage anxiety.
Psychology Today - Find a Therapist
Psychology Today provides the largest known therapy directory online. You can refine your search with a number of specifics, such as zip code, insurance, area of specialty, race, gender, religion, and more.

Anxiety Toolkit
Please utilize this packet as a tool to manage stress and anxiety.
National Alliance on Mental Illness Basics Course
NAMI Basics is a 6-session education program for parents, caregivers and other family who provide care for youth (ages 22 and younger) who are experiencing mental health symptoms. This program is free to participants, 99% of whom say they would recommend the program to others. NAMI Basics is available both in person and online through NAMI Basics OnDemand.

Newborn Metabolic Screening - Info for Parents
The State of Maryland and the Office of Genetics and People with Special Health Care Needs are dedicated to screening newborn infants for conditions that can cause serious illness, developmental delays and even death if not detected in the first few weeks of life.
Breastfeeding - Kelly Mom
Great site for comprehensive information about breastfeeding.

CDC - My Water's Fluoride (Maryland by County)
Healthy Children
Comprehensive oral health information from the American Academy of Pediatrics
America's Pediatric Dentists
Parent resources from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists

American Psychological Association RESilience Initiative - Books About Race and Ethnicity
The RESilience Initiative - Uplifting Youth Through Healthy Communication About Race
The Brown Bookshelf
The Brown Bookshelf is designed to push awareness of the myriad Black voices writing for young readers.
Common Sense Media
Books with characters of color.
Diverse Books
A list of sites that offer recommendations for diverse titles.
Native American Authors and Illustrators: Picture Books
This bibliography is drawn from books published between 1995 and 2020. While some award-winners and bestsellers are included, part of the goal is to feature underappreciated gems.

Traveler's Health from the Centers for Disease Control
Information on almost every infectious disease, environmental toxin, etc. Traveling out of the country? This link to Traveler's Health will tell you what vaccinations, medications and precautions to take.

Vaccinate Your Family
Information for parents about vaccines from the AAP.
Vaccine Education Center
The Vaccine Education Center from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Vaccine Schedules from the CDC
Vaccine schedules for infants and children in easy-to-read formats.

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