- Definition of Autism
Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder-NOS (not otherwise specified) are developmental disabilities
that share many of the same characteristics. Usually evident by age three, autism and PDD-NOS are
neurological disorders that affect a child's ability to communicate, understand language, play, and relate to
others.
(Added: Wed Jul 25 2001)
- Positively Autism
A free online magazine that celebrates the positives: accomplishments of individuals with autism, success stories, positive media reports, and more! Free resources include flash cards, educational games, fine motor skill activities, and data sheets.
(Added: Tue May 29 2007)
- The John Maxwell Biasco Resource Center - Free Resources
Newsletters from autism societies across the country are available along
with books, periodicals, journals, videos, audio tapes, and current research
papers.
Books are available for local check-out at our
center.
(Added: Sun Jul 08 2001)
- University Students With Autism And Asperger's Syndrome
A new support scheme for students with Asperger's syndrome in the UK
"Student support is a new initiative aimed at providing specialist support and guidance to students with Asperger syndrome and their place
of learning. Advice and information is given by our consultants in helping to develop an understanding of the difficulties people with
Asperger syndrome may face with regards to their studies. We also work on a one to one basis with the student and liase with staff and
peers. Help is also given in setting up support networks such as mentors and providing effective strategies to aid independent learning. The
support and advice is provided by Prospects, part of the National Autistic Society.
(Added: Fri Jun 15 2001)
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