• Ahead with Autism
  Dedicated to increasing public and professional awareness of autism spectrum disorders, Ahead with Autism provides information and support to enhance the social, communicative and life skill development of individuals with autistic spectrum disorders.
  
  
• Autism 99 A National Emergency
  The just released Report on Autism to the California Legislature, shows a massive and persistent rise in the incidence of this disease. "In the past 10 years, California has had a 273% increase in the number of children with autism who enter the developmental services system---1,685 new cases last year alone" said State Senate President pro Tem John Burton in a press conference, following the release of the report. This spectacular increase reported was evident in all regional centers from San Diego to Eureka
  
  
• "Peaceful Coexistence" Autism, Asperger's, Hyperlexia .
  Lynn Richman professor and directory of the division of pediatric psychology at the University of Iowa College of Medicine. He directs the Pediatric Learning Disorders Clinic. This article is adapted from his presentation at the conference on hyperlexia held in Oak Brook Illinois, October, 1996.
  
  
• . Diagnostic Checklist Form E-2 and Research Questionnaire Form E-3
  A high-priority goal of the Autism Research Institute (ARI) is the development of improved methods of diagnosing children with severe behavior disorders, since most medical research is highly dependent upon accurate diagnostic methods
  
  
• A Pediatric View of the Treatment Options for the Autistic Syndrome
  . It is very natural that families and therapists would seek out any therapy which sounds promising. Physicians who work with autistic children have to find a sensible balance between excessive criticism and passive acceptance of the wide variety of therapeutic options; this is not easy since many of the therapeutic options are not described or evaluated in the traditional scientific literature.
  
  
• Abilitations
  Abilitations is the industries leading children's therapy and special needs catalog with a diverse product mix including movement, positioning, sensorimotor, special education, adapted play and more.
  
  
• AFFLICTION ISOLATES CHILDREN FROM WORLD
  Karen Jason tries to escort her defiant, autistic son, Sean, 6, out of a supermarket before he causes a scene. Once he finds something he enjoys, he'll want to stay for hours and will throw a tantrum if he's interrupted.
  
  
• Allergy Induced Autism
  We are a U.K. based charity dedicated to identifying the underlying causes and biochemical effects of autistic spectrum disorders.
  
  
• An Introduction to ABA
  Although there are many therapies, teaching programs, dietary regimens, and other interventions available to families of children with Autism and other Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD), only one has been documented to have produced significant and comprehensive improvements, up to and including recovery. That method is a program of intervention based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
  
  
• An Introduction to the Medical Aspects of Autism
  The following material has been prepared to address the medically related questions about autism which are most frequently raised in the TEACCH programs.
  
  
• Applied Behavior Analysis Forms and Checklists
  Blank forms to use for parents who are using ABA to teach autistic or other children.Verbal Imitation Data Sheet-Therapist Guideline Datasheet-Datasheet Prefilled-Target List Social Question Target List-Maintenance Checklist Program Checklist-Verbal Imitation Checklist Functional Behavioral Analysis Sheet- (ABC) Comments Sheet
  
  
• Ariel's Homepage
  This site provides information about autism and plagiocephaly. It also provides, information, links and support.
  
  
• Auditory Integration Training and Facilitated Communication for Autism (RE9752)
  AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS This statement reviews the basis for two new therapies for autism—auditory integration training and facilitative communication. Both therapies seek to improve communication skills. Currently available information does not support the claims of proponents that these treatments are efficacious. Their use does not appear warranted at this time, except within research protocols.
  
  
• Auditory Processing Problems in Autism
  Written by Stephen M. Edelson, Ph.D. Center for the Study of Autism, Salem, Oregon Autistic individuals typically have problems processing auditory information. One auditory processing problem occurs when a person hears speech sounds but he/she does not perceive the meaning of the sounds
  
  
• Austin Child Guidance Center
  The mission of the Austin Child Guidance Center is to promote the mental health of children and their families through early intervention, diagnosis and treatment so that they will gain hope, understanding and skills to improve their emotional and behavioral functioning.
  
  
• Autism Academy "Behavioral Programming for Children with Autism"
  We have realized that books and videos have left some educators and parents bewildered. Either it's numerous books with superfluous information - not relevant to their specific needs, or videos that run from start to finish, with no clear way of relocating specific areas of learning. Try finding that particular lecture in your 2 hr. long video with your VCR's fast-forward or rewind button? Not an easy or pleasant task. The answer is the Autism Academy CD-ROM!
  
  
• Autism and Secretin
  John Wills Lloyd, Curry School of Education, University of Virginia "Information about secretin as a treatment for autism and autistic spectrum disorder."
  
  
• Autism Awakening Head Quarters
  Our Mission is to help Parents, Professionals, and Educators to learn about the newest options available that is working around the world. Autism Awakening In Iowa serves as a source of the latest 2001 information on Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, PDD/NOS, Aspergers, and other autistic syndromes
  
  
• Autism Behavior Consultants
  Autism Behavior Consultants (ABC) is an agency specializing in the treatment of autism and related developmental disorder using discrete trial training (DTT).
  
  
• Autism Biomedical Information Links
  The Autism Biomedical Information Network list of research papers, news and other commentaries on biomedical issues of autism.
  
  
• Autism Center
  From the commercial site Patientcenters.com, this page provides monthly journal articles about autism, as well as a bibliography of autism-related books, journals, and papers.
  
  
• AUTISM CURRENT ISSUES 5-Articles by Mike Connor, Chartered Educational Psychologist.
  Covers: Theory of Mind; Meeting Special Educational Needs of Pupils with Autistic Spectrum Disorders; Biomedical Interventions; Intensive Behavioural Intervention
  
  
• Autism Diet Therapy
  Begin using the GFCF Diet. Includes an explanation of Diet,printable food list and acceptable/Unacceptable Ingredients. Also Lab Information for Testing.
  
  
• Autism FAQ - Controversies
  These are subjects which can stir up debate on the AUTISM mailing list and would presumably do so in any diverse group of autistic people and people involved with autism. If you have to deal with autism, you should at least be aware that there are such points of controversy. In fact, it is likely the that no matter what this memo says on these issues, there will be complaints
  
  
• Autism FAQ - Treatment
  There is no standard, universally accepted treatment of autism; in fact, every single method has its detractors. General approaches may be summarized as follows.
  
  
• Autism File - Lifestages.com
  When the condition is serious, like autism, it demands serious medical information–the kind you'll find in the Autism File. Learn about late-breaking research from recognized experts at autism clinics and child development centers worldwide.
  
  
• Autism In The Classroom
  What are some tips and strategies for helping students with autism achieve their fullest potential? And how can teachers cultivate the best learning environment in their classrooms? Explore these and other issues surrounding Autism in the Classroom.
  
  
• Autism in the Movies
  This list contains only movies which were released in the cinemas, and all have been subsequently released on videocassette. There have been numerous made-for-television movies as well as television shows with an autistic character, but there are too many of these to list. Additionally, most of these are not available on videocassette.
  
  
• Autism Network For Dietary Intervention
  Providing help and support for families that are using a gluten free and Casien Free diet to treat their child's autism or related developmental disabilities.
  
  
• Autism Network International
  Welcome to the homepage for Autism Network International, an autistic-run self-help and advocacy organization for autistic people.
  
  
• Autism Network Resources for Physicians
  Autism Network Resources for Physicians is a resource website listing links to autism research and related sites that will be of interest to physicians. The goal of this site is to assist the medical community in their efforts to understand autism and study the treatment options available in the hopes that someday, the treatments that prove to be the most beneficial for certain autistic populations are going to be accepted or recommended by the medical community.
  
  
• Autism Portal Site
  For autism and related disorders.Welcome to all those interested in autism spectrum disorders !
  
  
• Autism Remains a Medical Mystery
  Autism occurs in five out of 10,000 live births. The condition is four times more likely in boys than girls and knows no racial, ethnic, or social boundaries. Family income, lifestyle, and educational levels do not affect the chance of a child having autism. It is estimated that nearly 400,000 people in the United States today has some form of the condition.
  
  
• Autism Research Foundation
  Researchers investigating neurological underpinnings of autism and related disorders.
  
  
• Autism Research Institute
  The Autism Research Institute (ARI), a non-profit organization, was established in 1967. ARI is primarily devoted to conducting research, and to disseminating the results of research, on the causes of autism and on methods of preventing, diagnosing and treating autism and other severe behavioral disorders of childhood.
  
  
• AUTISM RESEARCH MONOGRAPHS of Teresa Binstock
  Each of the papers and idea-collections on this web page reflects not only a goodly amount of medical research but also reflects the wonderful determination of autism-children's parents who are seeking to find answers and, in so doing, are willing to share anecdotes amidst which patterns prompted each of the monographs presented here
  
  
• Autism Resource Links
  Index of links regarding the developmental disabilities autism and Asperger's Syndrome.
  
  
• Autism Resources
  Extensive site with map showing autism resources throughout the USA and links to organizations,special education resources,therapies and medical facilities.
  
  
• Autism Society of America
  The Autism Society of America promotes the active and informed involvement of family members and the individual with autism in the planning of individualized, appropriate services and supports.
  
  
• Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati
  The Autism Society of America promotes the active and informed involvement of family members and the individual with autism in the planning of individualized, appropriate services and supports.
  
  
• Autism Spectrum
  Features news, interviews, Realaudios, discussion rooms, live chats, and webcasts for parents and caregivers .
  
  
• Autism Unravelled
  Autism Unravelled, a registered UK charity providing carers, sufferers and professionals with fundamental, impartial and up to date information on known, current and theoretical research into the causes and treatments of autistic spectrum disorders.
  
  
• AUTISM VICTORIA
  AUTISM VICTORIA is the first place to call for information and advice for anyone interested in finding out more about autism spectrum disorders. The Autism Victoria Family Support Service and the Autism Victoria Information Service provide immediate specialist support and advice to families caring for a child or adult with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, and to professionals working with these families.
  
  
• Autism-Related Books
  Autism Book Recommendations. List of books often mentioned on the AUTISM mailing list and other such lists. Judgements as to which autism books are best vary, but this list lets you know which books are most widely talked about, which includes many very good books. Included is a Top Ten List, i.e. the books the receive the most mentions, as well as New and forthcoming books.
  
  
• Autism-Related Disorders in DSM-IV
  The new Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th edition (DSM-IV) came out in the summer of 1994. There have been numerous changes which affect the diagnoses of Autism and related disorders. This summary will review those changes and the possible impact of these changes on persons with Autism and related disorders.
  
  
• Autism/PDD Resources Network
  The purpose of this site is to guide you to the key issues associated with spectrum disorders.
  
  
• Autism:An Overview
  Autism: An Overview and Theories on Its Causes - From the Healing Center On-Line, this page provides an introduction and quick index to the many theories of autism
  
  
• AutismWeb
  AutismWeb - A parents' guide to the diagnosis, treatment and education of children with autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder and related disorders.
  
  
• Autistic Savant By Stephen M. Edelson, Ph.D.
  The autistic savant is one of the most fascinating cognitive phenomena in psychology. "Autistic savant" refers to individuals with autism who have extraordinary skills not exhibited by most persons.
  
  
• Autistics.org.
  The immediate goal of autistics.org is to build a global database of information and resources by and for persons on the autistic spectrum.
  
  
• Basic Information About Dietary Control of Autism
  It is hotly debated issue, but some have found that the use of a gluten free diet can be effectively used in the control of Autism.
  
  
• BBB AUTISM PAGE
  We created this website because we were anxious to provide a place where a variety of information on Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) could be obtained. This is a good place to come whether you are new to the diagnosis or a seasoned pro. We offer all sorts of hints, strategies, links and suggested reading on topics.
  
  
• Beyond Autism
  This is a labor of love and frustration done by a parent that has "been there done that". This autism site will contain many links to other resources and will be a comprehensive source of information for those of you just starting out - to help you move "beyond" the label of autism - somehow we all have to do that no matter how difficult it is
  
  
• Books About Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, and PDD
  Books about autism, Asperger's syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder. For sufferers, parents, and professionals. A few books by the sufferers themselves.
  
  
• Brain Training
  Cognitive development is stimulated by providing children with activities and information that matches their developmental level, allowing them to explore and interact freely with materials, and then using simple techniques to help them understand the meaning of what they experience.
  
  
• Brenen Hornstein Autism Research & Education
  he purpose of this web page is to provide you, the parent, with information about the different options that are used in the treatment of autism. The BHARE Foundation may not endorse all of the treatments on this site.
  
  
• BRIDGES FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM
  The BRIDGES FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM program has been developed by Educational Models, Inc BRIDGES is a complete training program developed to help parents, teachers, physicians and other caregivers establish an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program. for children with autism.
  
  
• CAN, The Cure Autism Now Foundation
  CAN, The Cure Autism Now Foundation, is a non-profit organization of parents, physicians, and researchers, dedicated to promoting and funding research with direct clinical implications for treatment and a cure for autism.
  
  
• CDC: Vaccines and Autism
  The currently available scientific evidence does not support the hypothesis that vaccines cause autism. We recognize there is considerable parent interest in this issue, and therefore support additional research regarding this hypothesis. We are doing so because we are committed to ensuring the safest immunization program possible (child health).
  
  
• Center for the Study of Autism
  Links to everything about autism and related disroders.
  
  
• Communication in Autism
  Overview of language development and impairment of autistic children.
  
  
• CranioSacral Therapy - Healing-Arts.org
  One popular alternative therapy for children with autism is Craniosacral therapy. Frequently prescribed by Dr. Mehl-Madrona, Cranio-sacral therapy is a gentle hands-on approach which helps improve central nervous system function and dissolve the effects of stress. It also helps boost the immune system and can be used for a number of infantile disorders in addition to autism.
  
  
• Damaged minds
  Johns Hopkins School of Medine: "Abnormal Brain Structure: the latest suspect for researchers looking for a cause for autism": Scientists in the US have found that some stunted regions of the brain may be to blame for the most severe symptoms of the condition, while other undersized regions may cause the milder symptoms often suffered by close relatives of autistics.
  
  
• Delp's Homepage
  Educationally and Family oriented site. Primary focus is on autism; it’s potential causes, statistics on diagnostic rates, therapies, and our son’s story. Also included concerning non-autism related issues is information on the Civil War, Disney, Nick Jr, Pittsburgh Penguins, Irish are, music and jewelry as well as many other topics. Everyone should be able to find something that interests him or her here!!
  
  
• Diagnostic Criteria for 299.00 Autistic Disorder
  [The following is from Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders: DSM IV](I) A total of six (or more) items from (A), (B), and (C), with at least two from (A), and one each from (B) and (C).
  
  
• Dr. Richard Goldstien-Autism Treatments
  Dedicated to helping victims of Autism through alternative methods such as diet etc
  
  
• Exclusive Use of Discrete Trial Training
  Memorandum: On the Exclusive Use of Discrete Trial Training for Children Diagnosed as Autistic/PDD 1998-99 Autism National Committee
  
  
• Fact Sheet on Autism
  Autism Fact Sheet-What is autism? Incidence-Charactoristics-Educational implications- Resources-Organizations.
  
  
• Focus: Pivotal Response Training
  A new method for teaching children with autism looks for their greatest interest... and uses it to lever more learning, and more appropriate behaviours.
  
  
• Heal Autism
  We are a non-profit organization whose purpose is to make ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) therapy available to autistic children. We hope you will join us in sharing the dream that all of our children deserve the chance to have a future. This site will also be available to provide information about Autism and related issues
  
  
• HOW TO TEACH PIVOTAL BEHAVIORS TO CHILDREN WITH AUTISM
  The purpose of this manual is to describe a set of training procedures to teach important pivotal behaviors to children with autism. By "pivotal behaviors" we mean behaviors that seem to be central to wide areas of functioning. Positive changes in pivotal behaviors should have widespread positive effects on many other behaviors and therefore constitute an efficient way to produce generalized improvements in the behavior of children with autism.
  
  
• HUMAN HERPES VIRUS 6
  Resource Page for Physicians, Researchers, and Parents of Autism-Spectrum Children -Human herpesvirus 6 is ubiquitous; most children and adults are infected with this virus and effectively immunosuppress it. However, individuals with immune-impairments may have atypical responses to HHV6; and in the autism-spectrum immune panels I've perused, many report atypical elevations of anti-HHV6 antibodies, often along with other immune atypicalities.
  
  
• Ideas About Autism
  Ideas About Autism is a site set-up to give parents, educators, researchers and PhD Candidates innovative ideas on ways to approach autism.
  
  
• Inclusion of Students with Autism/PDD
  Today's Criteria for Inclusion of Students with Autism/PDD in Their Natural Communities by Barbara Cutler, EdD of New Autism Consultants, author of You, Your Child, and Special Education Schools should have the following characteristics and provide the full array of needed supports and accommodations.
  
  
• Is Autism Increasing in Alaska?
  Across the country there appears to be a heightened interest in autism spectrum disorders which include autism, pervasive developmental disorders, and Asperger’s syndrome.
  
  
• Is there a link between Autism and the MMR vaccine?
  Despite, or perhaps because of, the successes of the immunizations program in the United States a vocal minority of parents has cast doubt on the wisdom of having their children immunized. An increase in the number of reported cases of autism is currently fueling a grass-roots movement of parents determined to expose what they believe is a connection between autism and the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine, particularly with the measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine.
  
  
• Jypsy's Autism Links
  More Autism related links than you can shake a stick at!!!.......
  
  
• Learning Styles and Autism
  It is important that educators assess for learning style as soon as an autistic child enters the school system and that they adapt their teaching styles in rapport with the strengths of the student. This will ensure that the autistic child has the greatest chance for success in school.
  
  
• Life Links for Autism
  Links from the Lovaas Institute for Autism Treatment
  
  
• List of Autism Treatments From the BHARE Foundation
  Current Treatments For children with autism outlined and explained here.
  
  
• Living with impairment: the effects on children of having an autistic sibling
  by Patricia Howlin. Looking first at previous research into how siblings are affected by having an autistic brother or sister, Professor Howlin then goes on to suggest some very practical steps parents can take to alleviate problems in family relationships/
  
  
• Looking Up Autism
  LOOKING UP is a new, monthly 40-page international newsletter devoted to autism. Aimed at parents and professionals alike, it is a lively and informative mix of the very latest findings in autism research from around the world and articles which explore the impact of autism in all areas
  
  
• MAT: Medicine for Autism Today
  MAT: Medicine for Autism Today offers several unique aspects that differentiate us from other Autism Organizations. While we fully support and applaud the work done by other organizations we hope to expand our resources to include several other disabilities that fall under the umbrella of Autistic Spectrum Disorder and NIDS-Neuro Immune Dysfunction Syndrome.
  
  
• Myths and Facts about Aversives
  From The Autism National Committee-THE CASE AGAINST AVERSIVES.
  
  
• National Alliance for Autism Research
  National non-profit organization dedicated to finding the causes of autism.
  
  
• National Autism Committee
  Welcome to the web page of the Autism National Committee (AUTCOM)! This is the only autism advocacy organization dedicated to "Social Justice for All Citizens with Autism" through a shared vision and a commitment to positive approaches. Our organization was founded in 1990 to protect and advance the human rights and civil rights of all persons with autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, and related differences of communication and behavior.
  
  
• National Institute of Mental Health Autism Page
  A general introduction to autism, provided by the National Institute of Mental Health.
  
  
• Northern Light Special Edition: Autism
  A comprehensive Special Report from Northern Lights on Autism.
  
  
• Oliver's Autism Guide
  When out and about situations arise where Oliver's behaviour can draw attention. We find ourselves explaining about Oliver and his autism. As an unobtrusive means of explanation and a strategy to avoid verbal repetition, we produced an information leaflet / guide.
  
  
• Oregon Autism Links
  To help children with autism benefit from the educational opportunities available in their communities, specialized support is provided through regional services in cooperation with local school districts, families and community agencies. Many useful links to parents in other parts of the country.
  
  
• Other Interventions: General Holistic Systems
  The following excerpt is taken from Chapter Seven of Pervasive Developmental Disorders: Finding a Diagnosis and Getting Help by Mitzi Waltz, copyright 1999 by O'Reilly & Associates, IncPermission is granted to print and distribute this excerpt for noncommercial use as long as the above source is included
  
  
• POSSIBLE SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS FOR AUTISM
  The Importance of Early Diagnosis in Autism, for newborns to eighteen month olds with autism.
  
  
• Poster Explaining Autism
  Pediatricians, get this chart for your waiting room!
  
  
• Practice Parameter: Screening and diagnosis of autism
  Abstract: The American Academy of Pediatrics endorses and accepts as its policy the Practice Parameter: Screening and diagnosis of autism.
  
  
• Purine Autism
  The Purine Research Society was formed in 1986 by parents of children with Purine Autism (autistic children who excrete too much uric acid in their urine). Each family contributed a significant amount of money to fund M.D./Ph.D. researchers to find out why their children with autism were excreting excess uric acid, the end product of purines. Several researchers have studied the problem, and there continues to be significant progress. One of the accomplishments of the Society has been to produce a pamphlet explaining metabolic diseases in general and purine metabolic diseases in autism, as well as other diseases with excess uric acid, such as gout.
  
  
• Recommended Books About Autism
  From Our Kids Website a list of book recommended for Autism and Aspergers Syndrome.
  
  
• Repligen Corporation
  Repligen Corporation is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the discovery of novel therapeutics for autism.
  
  
• Resources in Autism Education (RAE)
  Resources in Autism Education (RAE) provides first-rate behavioral intervention services to children with autism and other Pervasive Developmental Disorders.
  
  
• Room 5's Autism Page
  Room 5 is a classroom web page dedicated to helping parents and teachers of students with autistic spectrum disorders.Here you will find classroom and home ideas as well as links to my favorite sites.
  
  
• Secretin update: a negative placebo effect?
  From the most recent issue of the Autism Research Review International. This new paper is featured along with others from the past year on Secretin and Autism.
  
  
• Sensory Integration
  Children and adults with autism, as well as those with other developmental disabilities, may have a dysfunctional sensory system.
  
  
• SESA - Fall '98 Reference Shelf - Autism
  What is Autism?
  
  
• Social Behavior in Autism
  One of the most characteristic symptoms of autism is a dysfunction in social behavior. Numerous reports written by parents and researchers have described this problem, and it is thought by many to be the key defining feature of autism. The social problems can be classified into three categories: socially avoidant, socially indifferent, and socially awkward
  
  
• Social Stories
  Center for the Study of Autism: Articles by Stephen Edelson and Carol Gray. Sample social stories by Carol Gray, the originator of the 'social stories' technique
  
  
• Special Abilities
  Welcome to Special Abilities, a non-profit charitable organization that focuses its efforts in the area of Autism Spectrum Disorders.
  
  
• Special Child Magazine-Autism
  Features and Characteristics of Autism explained along with resources and other information.
  
  
• Stereotypic (Self-Stimulatory) Behavior-In Autism
  Stereotypy can involve any one or all senses. We have listed the five major senses and some examples of stereotypy. Written by Stephen M. Edelson, PhD.
  
  
• Stimulus Overselectivity: Tunnel Vision in Autism
  Written by Stephen M. Edelson, Ph.D. Stimulus overselectivity is a term used to describe a phenomenon whereby a person focuses on only one aspect of an object or environment while ignoring other aspects. Many autistic individuals appear to have this 'tunnel vision.'
  
  
• SUBOPTIMALITY SCORES AND AUTISM clues to causation in autism-subgroups
  The concept "suboptimality score" refers to a numeric score based upon the number of prenatal, perinatal, and neonatal factors present in the medical history and/or the maternally recollected history of a given child; and suboptimality scores have been used in a number of autism studies, whose findings provide clues to causation in various autism-spectrum subgroups. by Teresa Binstock Researcher in Developmental and Behavioral Neuroanatomy.
  
  
• The "Greenspan" Floor Time Model
  A summary of the Greenspan Floor Time Model which you can use with professionals who work with your child to insure that they are using the functional-relating model in working with your child. This manual is the handout which you can use in training volunteers and relatives who are going to do Floor Time with your child.
  
  
• The Action for Autism Resource Center & Library
  Action for Autism has an extensive collection of books, pamphlets, articles, and videotapes available. Partial list of our books.
  
  
• The Autism Autoimmunity Project
  To fully define immune etiologies in autism and develop appropriate treatment options for individuals who have autism through autoimmunity or immune system deficiency.
  
  
• The Autism Depot
  This page is meant to be a resource for parents of autistic children.
  
  
• The Autism Depot-Book Reviews
  The best books about autism with a review of each.
  
  
• The Autism Society of America
  The mission of the Autism Society of America is to promote lifelong access and opportunities for persons within the autism spectrum and their families, to be fully included, participating members of their communities through advocacy, public awareness, education, and research related to autism.
  
  
• The Babies Planet Autism Resources
  Many autism resources from the Babies Planet Information Website.
  
  
• The Definition and Prevalence of Autism
  A Review by Lorna Wing. 1993 article covers the various criteria for defining Autism and summarises the findings of numerous research projects
  
  
• The Developmental, Individual Difference, Relationship-based Model for Intervention-Floor TIme for Autism
  Since we first posted our web site, in November of 1999, we have received many requests from parents who want to know more about Floor Time. This section of our site is an attempt to provide some parent-friendly information on our chosen intervention method.
  
  
• The Early Origins of Autism
  New research into the causes of this baffling disorder is focusing on genes that control the development of the brain - by Patricia M. Rodier.
  
  
• The Indiana Resource Center for Autism
  (IRCA) staff conduct outreach training and consultations, engage in research, and develop and disseminate information focused on building the capacity of local communities, organizations, and families to support children and adults across the autism spectrum in typical work, school, home, and community settings
  
  
• The Lovaas Institute for Early Intervention
  We are a research based Institute in California that specializes in teaching pre-school aged children with autism, pervasive developmental disorders, and related developmental disabilities.
  
  
• The ME-LIST
  The ME-LIST is an email list centered around discussion of issues related to provision of high-quality, intensive, discrete-trial-based* intervention for children with autism.[*Discrete-trial-based intervention is also often referred to as ABA (applied behavior analysis), behavioral intervention or "Lovaas" therapy.]
  
  
• The National Autism Society of the UK
  In 1962 a group of parents, frustrated with the lack of provision and support for children with autism and their carers, and whose children had been labelled 'ineducable' came together and formed The Society for Autistic Children which later became The National Autistic Society.
  
  
• The Pivotal Response Training Procedure
  The PRT Procedure is outlined here for a method of teaching Autistic Children.
  
  
• Treatment Options and Research, Interventions - Autism Network for Physicians
  We encourage the physicians of hospitals, medical groups, medical centers, health centers, and all of the medical community to carefully examine the treatment options and interventions for autism that are listed below.Also great site for informed parents.
  
  
• Vaccination Around Pregnancy-Autism Connection
  Two studies, published in late December 1999, described the very high incidence of autism in children whose mothers had received live virus vaccines in the postpartum period (1), prior to conception and during pregnancy.
  
  
• Vitamin A/Bethanecol Treatment for Autism
  The following description is based on listening to Dr. Mary Megson speak at the 1999 DAN Conference via an audiotape.
  
  
• Vitamin B6 (and magnesium) in the treatment of
  By Bernard Rimland, Ph.D.Autism Research InstituteAll 18 studies known to me in which vitamin B6 has been evaluated as a treatment for autistic children have provided positive results.
  
  
• Vitamin B6 in autism: the safety issue
  There is no biological treatment for autism which is more strongly supported in the scientific literature than the use of high dosage vitamin B6 (preferably given along with normal supplements of magnesium). Eighteen studies have been published since 1965, showing conclusively that high dose vitamin B6 confers many benefits to about half of all the autistic children and adults on whom it has been tried. While B6/magnesium is not a cure, it has often made a big, worthwhile difference.
  
  
• What Is Autism?
  Understanding Autism-Courtesy of the National Institutes on Mental Health.Autism is a developmental condition characterized by social withdrawal and communication difficulties. As we learn more about autism, we can identify the strengths as well as the needs of children experiencing this condition.
  
  
• What is Autism?
  Good clear definition of autism.
  
  
• What is autism? A biomedical perspective...
  The "social force vector"-Evolutionary biology of autism-The mind has a modular design-The language subsystem-The mini-module of socially-motivated learning-The theory of "theory of mind"-Autism as a neurodevelopmental disorder. Genetic and nongenetic factors
  
  
• What is Behavioral Intervention?
  A behavioral intervention program meeting the standards set by pioneers in this field will include several elements. These are outlined here.
  
  

• Autism in Japanese
  We would like to thank Kyoko and Francies Mastrogiovanni for translating this document for us.
  
  

• Swedish society -Riksföreningen Autism
  Riksföreningen Autism (RFA) är en intresseorganisation som arbetar för att skapa bästa möjliga villkor för barn, ungdomar och vuxna med autism och autismliknande tillstånd bland annat genom att...
  
  

• Panoramica sull'Autismo
  Stephen M. Edelson, Ph.D.Centro per lo Studio dell'Autismo, Salem, Oregon, U.S.A.Sono passati piu' di 50 anni da quando il Dott. Leo Kanner, uno psichiatra della Johns Hopkins University, scrisse il primo articolo applicando il termine 'autismo' a un gruppo di bambini che erano chiusi in se' stessi e che avevano severi problemi di socializzazione, di comunicazione e comportamentali. Questo articolo fornisce una panoramica generale della complessita' di questa disabilita' dello sviluppo, dando un sommario di gran parte dei principali aspetti dell'autismo.
  
  

• ASD & SPD Parents' Pages UK
  This site is to help other parents/carers of ASD children. The site includes links to information pages for friends/family members, brothers and sisters of ASD children, Our Journey amongst others that have been written to try to help. There is also a UK based discussion forum for support and also links to other websites.
  
  
• Midnight In Chicago Autism Spectrum Podcasts
  Midnight In Chicago, a tourism and cultural initiative that raises funds and awareness for autism, has produced a series of FREE informative web seminars/podcasts designed to provide factually correct information to the public about ASDs. Topics to date have included: Autism, Asperger Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorders; AS and ASD Web Resources and Forum Communities; Special Feature Interview with Lewis Schofield; Autism on the Homefront: Parenting Autistics; Autism and the Media, and Autism and Bullying: Parts I and II, and Autism and Vaccines: Parts I and II.
  
  
• Parenting Naturally - Autism
  Learn how to heal your child's autism naturally.
  
  

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