Resources

Introduction to Autism
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Glossary of Autism Terms Vaporia.com

Overview of Autism Dr. Stephen Edelson, Center for the Study of Autism. In several languages Autism.org

Advocating for Your Child Getting Started Wrightslaw.com

Autism/PDD Basics 101 About.com

Autistic Spectrum Disorders: Sorting It Out Pediatric Neurological Associates

Autism Primer 20 Questions & Answers The University of North Carolina

Autism: recognizing the signs in young children Mugsy.org

Developmental Milestones  LD Online

"The Development of Tools for Earlier Diagnosis of Autism is Moving Quickly - By Beth Azar-  American Psychological Association Monitor

Dictionary: For Parents of Children with Disabilities   The University of South Dakota

Doomed Before Kindergarten?  Pediatric Services.com

The Early Origins of Autism by Patricia M. Rodier Scientic American

Empowering Caregivers Choices, Healing, Love Care-givers.com

Growth and Development  Kids Health for Parents

Living without a Diagnosis fact sheet is aimed at parents who are caring for a child who does not currently have a diagnosis. Contact a Family

The Motivation Assessment Scale The Motivation Assessment Scale

Myth of a Quick Fix Schwab Learning.org

Parenting a Child With Special Needs A Guide to Readings and Resources National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities

Quality of Life Indicators for Adults with Autism Ontario Adult Autism Research and Support Network

Quality of Life Indicators for Children with Autism  Janet Lawrence

Special Needs Kids Children who have a disABILITY deserve to be treated just like any other child  MyParenTime.com

Unraveling Autism From the National Institute of Mental Health

Warning Signs of a Toddler's Social/Cognitive Delay   Baby Center

What Does the Diagnosis "Autism" Mean? Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies

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