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Autism Information Fact Sheet 
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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
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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
Choosing Professionals and Coordinating Services (Autism)
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Because autism and its related disabilities are difficult to diagnose, a child may be evaluated by a variety of professionals before a final diagnosis is determined. Unless specifically trained in the... Details >
Diagnosing and Evaluating Autism: Part 1
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Although autism is considered a neurological disability, no specific medical test or procedure can confirm a diagnosis of autism. To gather more information that will accurately profile an individual’... Details >
What is Autism?
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Autism is a lifelong neurological disability that affects a person’s ability to communicate, understand language, and play and socially interact with others. Autism is classified as a developmental di... Details >