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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 >
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 >
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 Source
Search nationwide autism-related services and supports by location or service type. ... Details >
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 >
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
A-Z Topics
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
Developmental Disabilities: Educational Materials
This page links to educational materials on developmental disabilities, including fact sheets and school lesson plans. Topics cover autism, hearing loss, mental retardation, and more.... Details >
National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities
Developmental Screening
Developmental screening is a procedure designed to identify children who should receive more intensive assessment or diagnosis, for potential developmental delays. It can allow for earlier detection o... Details >
National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities
Health Topic: Infants and Children Page - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
An index of health and safety topics that are specific to infants and children including childhood diseases, immunization, injuries, developmental disabilities, child abuse, birth defects and more.... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Library - American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine
The American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM) provides this library. AACPDM is a multidisciplinary scientific society devoted to the study of cerebral palsy and other chi... Details >
American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine
Publications of the National Clearinghouse on Families and Youth
An annotated list of publications produced for the Family and Youth Services Bureau (FYSB). Current and future publications are summarized.... Details >
Report of the Summit: State-Community Response to Barriers for Children with Co-Occurring Developmental Disabilities and Emotional/Substance Abuse Disorders
To more fully understand the challenges faced by states and communities as they strive to fully integrate children with co-occurring developmental disabilities and emotional and/or substance abuse dis... Details >
Office on Disability, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Russell-Silver Syndrome: General Information
This site offers a variety of information related to Russell-Silver Syndrome, including diagnosis, characteristics considered to distinguish this syndrome, what to do and more.... Details >
Thyroid Disorders: General Information
This page provides information about the causes and signs of hypothyroidism during childhood.... Details >
What's Unique about Asperger's Disorder?
Also available in: Spanish
What distinguishes Asperger's Disorder from Autism Disorder is the severity of the symptoms and the absence of language delays.... Details >