Autism

Other Places To Get Help

Books

Educating Children With Autism
Author/Editor:	Committee on Educational Interventions for Children With Autism
Publisher:	National Academies Press
Washington, DC  20055
Publication Date:	2001
This book is a summary of research by the Committee on Educational Interventions for Children with Autism. This committee designed their research to answer questions on how best to help children with autism using all available resources. Parents, teachers, health professionals, and policy makers should find helpful information. Specifically, the book discusses the following areas related to autism: Diagnosis, assessment, and prevalence Role of families Goals for educational services Characteristics of effective programs Public policies Training for people who work with autistic children Areas where more research is needed
Healthcare for Children on the Autism Spectrum: A Guide to Medical, Nutritional, and Behavioral Issues
Author/Editor:	F.R. Volkmar L.A. Wiesner
Publisher:	Woodbine House
6510 Bells Mill Road
Bethesda, MD  20817
Publication Date:	2004
This book provides practical information to help you manage your child's medical care. Parents can find answers to help them understand autism symptoms and behaviors, evaluate medications or alternative therapies, communicate with health professionals, and deal with many other health care concerns.
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders
Author/Editor:	American Academy of Pediatrics
Publisher:	American Academy of Pediatrics
141 Northwest Point Boulevard
Elk Grove Village, IL  60007-1098
Publication Date:	2006
This booklet provides information and answers to common questions about autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The booklet is written mainly for parents of children with autism spectrum disorders.

Organizations

Autism and PDD Support Network
14271 Jeffrey #3
Irvine, CA  92620
Web Address:	www.autism-pdd.net
The Autism and PDD (Pervasive Developmental Disorders) Support Network provides resources for parents and caregivers of children with autism. The Web site includes a message board where people who are affected by autism can ask questions and share their experiences.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD)
1600 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA  30333
Phone:	1-800-232-4636 (1-800-CDC-INFO)
TDD:	1-888-232-6348
E-mail:	cdcinfo@cdc.gov
Web Address:	www.cdc.gov/ncbddd
NCBDDD aims to find the cause of and prevent birth defects and developmental disabilities. This agency works to help people of all ages with disabilities live to the fullest. The Web site has information on many topics, including genetics, autism, ADHD, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, diabetes and pregnancy, blood disorders, and hearing loss.
MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome
P.O. Box 524
Crown Point, IN  46308
Phone:	(219) 662-1311
Fax:	(219) 662-0638
E-mail:	info@maapservices.org
Web Address:	www.maapservices.org
An excellent source of information and advice for families, this organization publishes a quarterly newsletter and provides support group information and other services.

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Author:	Jeannette Curtis	Last Updated: May 19, 2008
Medical Review:	Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics Fred Volkmar, MD - Child Psychiatry
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