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

American Academy of Pediatrics

Autism Society Of Illinois

Support Groups

Locate a Local Chapter

Parents Resources

Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders

National Institute of Child Health and Human Development ( NICHD)

Illinois Insurance Facts: Insurance Coverage for Autism

Autism Information Center

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Find a Autism Meetup Group near you

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

American Academy of Pediatrics

Autism Society of America

Also available in Spanish

Autism Overview: What We Know

National Institute of Child Health and Human Development ( NICHD)

Autism Speaks

Register for e-Speaks Newsletter, an e-mail alert which will be sent to you periodically to highlight the latest autism news

NINDS Pervasive Developmental Disorders Information Page

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

JAMA Patient Page

Patient Education Handout

What is Down syndrome?

Genetics Home Reference is the National Library of Medicine's web site for consumer information about genetic conditions and the genes or chromosomes related to those conditions.

A Parent’s Handbook: Your Guide to Autism Programs

Ministry of  Children & Family Development

Autism Spectrum Disorders (Pervasive Developmental Disorders)

A detailed booklet that describes Autism symptoms, causes, and treatments, with information on getting help and coping.
National Institute of Mental Health, 2004

Sound Advice on Autism (Audio)

To answer parents' questions about autism spectrum disorders, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers a collection of interviews with pediatricians, researchers and parents.

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