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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

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

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

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  

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  

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

Research Information about the connection of the MMR vaccine and Autism... Details >

Immunization Action Coalition  

Autism is a developmental disability that affects how the brain functions, specifically those areas of the brain that control social ability and communication skills. ... Details >

American Occupational Therapy Association