Web Resources on Autism
- ASAT (Assoc. for Science in Autism Treatment)
ASAT is a not-for-profit organization of parents and professionals committed to improving the education, treatment, and care of people with autism. Since autism was first identified, there has been a long history of failed treatments and fads, levied on vulnerable individuals as well as on their families. Since ASAT was established in 1998, it has been their goal to work toward adopting higher standards of accountability for the care, education and treatment of all individuals with autism
- AUTCOM (Autism National Committee)
AUTCOM is the only autism advocacy organization dedicated to "Social Justice for All Citizens with Autism" through a shared vision and a commitment to positive approaches.
This official ASA Web site provides a description of the disorder, its causes, diagnosis, and definitions of relevant terms. Features a section to help families cope with raising autistic children; and links to ASA chapters, related support and advocacy groups, educational and vocational rehabilition programs, and other organizations and resources. There is an Oakland County, MI chapter of ASA.
Autism Speaks is an organization "dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and cure for autism." Features material about organization's activities and policies, and background about autism including how to cope, how to grow with it, and video clips "to help parents and professionals learn more about the early red flags and diagnostic features of autism spectrum disorders (ASD)." Access to videos on this site requires free registration
- Center for Disease Control: Autism Information Center and Vaccine Safety
Monitoring health problems after vaccination is essential to ensure the United States continues to have the safest, most effective vaccine supply in history. CDC's Immunization Safety Office identifies possible vaccine side effects and conducts studies to determine whether a health problem is caused by a specific vaccine.
- MedlinePlus: Autism
A compilation of links to sites about this type of developmental disorder. Topics include news, organizations, overviews, diagnosis and symptoms, treatment, genetics, research, and statistics. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
- Nat'l Institute of Health: Autism Spectrum Disorders (Pervasive Developmental Disorders)
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), also known as Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDDs), cause severe and pervasive impairment in thinking, feeling, language, and the ability to relate to others. These disorders are usually first diagnosed in early childhood and range from a severe form, called autistic disorder, through pervasive development disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS), to a much milder form, Asperger syndrome. They also include two rare disorders, Rett syndrome and childhood disintegrative disorder.
The NVIC is "dedicated to preventing vaccine injuries and deaths through public education and defending the human right to informed consent to vaccination." This organization also assists parents whose children have had reactions to vaccines and promotes research both evaluating vaccine safety and identifying factors that place individuals at high risk for suffering reactions. The Web site includes a form for reporting a reaction; eight questions parents should ask themselves before their child is vaccinated; and information on the relationship between vaccines and particular diseases, such as autism and autoimmune disorders.
- The Source: Autism / Asperger Syndrome
Site of MAAP Services, "a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing information and advice to families of More advanced individuals with Autism, Asperger's syndrome, and Pervasive developmental disorder (PDD)." Includes basic information on developmental disorders; an international directory of support services; and a newsletter archive featuring letters from experts, parents, and individuals challenged with autism / Asperger's / PDD.
- TEACCH: Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children
TEACCH provides general information about autism, an overview of different educational and communication approaches, as well as information on research and professional training opportunities. Hosted by the Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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Books for Adults
The Autism Society of America Oakland County Chapter has generously provided the Library with many of the following materials specific to autism spectrum disorders.
- Attwood, Tony. The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome.
- Greenspan, Stanley I. Engaging Autism: Using the Floortime Approach to Help Children Relate, Communicate, and Think.
- Bolick, Teresa. Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence: Helping Preteens and Teens Get Ready for the Real World.
- Gutstein, Steven E. Autism Aspergers: Solving the Relationship Puzzle. (Parent / Teacher Collection).
- Hodgdon, Linda. Visual Strategies for Improving Communication: Practical Supports for School and Home.
- Johnston-Tyler, Jan. The Mom's Guide to Asperger’s Syndrome and Related Disorders.
- Kennedy, Diane M. The ADHD Autism Connection: A Step Toward More Accurate Diagnosis and Effective Treatment.
- Kranowitz, Carol Stock. The Out-of-Sync Child: Recognizing and Coping with Sensory Processing Disorder.
- Kranowitz, Carol Stock. The Out-of-Sync Child Has Fun: Activities for Kids with Sensory Integration Dysfunction.
- McCarthy, Jenny. Louder Than Words: A Mother's Journey in Healing Autism.
- Semon, Bruce. Feast Without Yeast: 4 Stages to Better Health.
- Shore, Stephen. Understanding Autism (for Dummies).
- Sicile-Kira, Chantal. Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum: A Parent's Guide to the Cognitive, Social, Physical and Transition Needs of Teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- Stewart, Kathryn. Helping a Child with Nonverbal Learning Disorder or Asperger's Syndrome: A Parent’s Guide.
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Books for Kids
- Cheldenko, Gennifer. Al Capone Does My Shirts: A Novel.
- Ely, Lesley. Looking after Louis.
- Hoopmann, Kathy. Blue Bottle Mystery: An Asperger Adventure.
- Lears, Laurie. Ian's Walk: A Story about Autism.
- Lord, Cynthia. Rules.
- Packer, Alex J. How Rude! The Teenager's Guide to Good Manners, Proper Behavior and Not Grossing People Out.
- Schnurr, Rosina G. Asperger's Huh? A Child's Perspective.
- Thompson, Mary. Andy and His Yellow Frisbee.
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eBooks
- Berkell Zager, Dianne. Autism Spectrum Disorders: Identification, Education, and Treatment.
- Brereton, Avril V. and Bruce J. Tonge. Pre-schoolers with Autism: an Education and Skills Training Programme for Parents: Manual for Clinicians.
- Cohen, Shirely. Targeting Autism: What We Know, Don't Know, and Can Do to Help Young Children With Autism and Related Disorders.
- Exkorn, Karen Siff. The Autism Sourcebook: Everything You Need to Know about Diagnosis, Treatment, Coping, and Healing.
- Ghaziuddin, Mohammad. Mental Health Aspects of Autism and Asperger Syndrome.
- Kellman, Julia. Autism, Art, and Children: The Stories We Draw.
- Williams, Chris, with Barry Wright and Olive Young. How to Live With Autism and Asperger Syndrome: Practical Strategies for Parents and Professionals
- Williams, Donna. Everyday Heaven: Journeys Beyond the Stereotypes of Autism.