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A-Z Topics  External Link

This page provide A-Z Topics, a series of Web resource pages on topics of high interest and concern. ... Details >

National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities, U.S. Department of Education  External Link

Choosing Professionals and Coordinating Services (Autism)  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

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 >

Center for Autism and Related Disabilities  External Link

Diagnosing and Evaluating Autism: Part 1  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

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 >

Center for Autism and Related Disabilities  External Link

Does MMR vaccine cause autism? Examine the evidence!  External Link

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

Immunization Action Coalition  External Link

FAQ About Autism  External Link

Autism is a complex neurobiological disorder of development that lasts throughout a person's lifetime. Learn about common signs, causes, treatment, and services available for children with autism.... Details >

Cure Autism Now Foundation  External Link

Understanding Autism  External Link

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  External Link

What is Autism?  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

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 >

Center for Autism and Related Disabilities  External Link

What's Unique about Asperger's Disorder?   External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

What distinguishes Asperger's Disorder from Autism Disorder is the severity of the symptoms and the absence of language delays.... Details >

Autism Society of America  External Link