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Asperger Syndrome  External Link

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  External Link

Asperger Syndrome (AS)  External Link

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  External Link

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  External Link

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  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

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  External Link

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  External Link

Search nationwide autism-related services and supports by location or service type. ... Details >

Autism Society of America  External Link

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)   External Link

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  External Link

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  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