Autism

What is Autism

National Library of Medicine

Also called: Autistic spectrum disorder (ASD), Pervasive developmental disorder (PDD)

Autism is a disorder that is usually first diagnosed in early childhood. The main signs and symptoms of autism involve communication, social interactions and repetitive behaviors... More>

Autism

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

Also available in Spanish

The Autism Program of Illinois

Systems initiative, a network of resources for Autism Spectrum Disorders in the State of Illinois.

Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders

National Institute of Child Health and Human Development

Autism Society Of Illinois

Support Groups

Locate a Local Chapter

Parents Resources

Autism Information Center

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Find a Autism Meetup Group near you

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Autism Spectrum Disorders (Pervasive Developmental Disorders)

National Institute of Mental Health

Autism Society of America

Also available in Spanish

Autism

American Academy of Pediatrics

JAMA Patient Page

Patient Education Handout

Autism A.L.A.R.M. (Fact Sheet)

American Academy of Pediatrics

A Parent’s Handbook: Your Guide to Autism Programs

Ministry of  Children & Family Development