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Asperger Syndrome   Asperger Syndrome is a developmental disorder falling within the autistic spectrum affecting two-way social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and a reluctance to accept change, inflexibi... Details > MAAP Services for Autism & Asperger Syndrome Asperger Syndrome (AS)   Asperger syndrome (AS) is a neurobiological disorder that is part of a group of conditions called autism spectrum disorders. Learn about sign and symptoms, diagnosis, treatments and how to help your c... Details > Nemours Foundation Asperger Syndrome Fact Sheet Asperger Syndrome (AS) is an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), one of a distinct group of neurological conditions characterized by a greater or lesser degree of impairment in language and communication ... Details > National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health Autism in Children and Adolescents   This is one of a series of fact sheets on the mental, emotional, and behavior disorders that can appear in childhood or adolescence. Autism is one of the mental, emotional, and behavior disorders that... Details > SAMHSA's National Mental Health Information Center, Center for Mental Health Services Autism Information Center The Autism Information Center links to basic information about autism spectrum disorders and programs for autism at the state and federal levels.... Details > National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities Autism Information Fact Sheet   Also available in: Spanish   This fact sheet defines autism and pervasive developmental disorder NOS (not otherwise specified) as developmental disabilities that share many of the same characteristics. Incidence, symptoms, chara... Details > National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities, U.S. Department of Education Autism Information Page Also available in: Spanish A general overview of autism that includes a description and information about treatment, prognosis and research. Organizations where users can obtain additional information are listed, as are links t... Details > National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health Autism Source   Search nationwide autism-related services and supports by location or service type. ... Details > Autism Society of America Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)    Once considered a rare disorder, autism and other conditions within the autism spectrum are now estimated to occur at a rate of 1 in 500 children. This site provides a great amount of information inc... Details > National Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center Autism Spectrum Disorders (Pervasive Developmental Disorders) This booklet defines autism, explains how this devastating childhood disorder is diagnosed, and summarizes current thinking about possible causes. Answers questions about treatment approaches, includi... Details > National Institute of Mental Health, National Institutes of Health