Hi I thought this might be a good way to welcome new members on the boardand help out other members by putting all the information together and hopefully have everything at the finger tips for the parents, caregivers, family members etc of a loved one newly diagnosed or anyone just searching for information that need some answers. Feel free to add other information you may have.. I know I haven't even begun to cover everything! But my hope is for it to help all who are searching for answers!
CLICK HERE TO START http://www.autismtoday.com/commercial.htm WATCH the commercial.... (Thanks Cyndie)
Have a fear or wondering about autism? Here are some informative links....
http://www.autism-pdd.net/autism-symptoms.html
http://groups.msn.com/TheAutismHomePage/startpage.msnw
http://www.autism-biomed.org/poster.htm
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/6895311/
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/actearly/milestones_3months .html
http://www.neurologychannel.com/autism/diagnosis.shtml
http://www.raisingdeafkids.org/special/autism/index.jsp
http://autism.about.com/cs/whatisautism/l/blcharac.htm
http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/health/info/mental/diagno se/autism.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/
http://www.childbrain.com/pddq5.shtml
http://psychology.plebius.org/disorders/autism/4/diagnosis/
http://www.jeena.org/autism/tests.htm
http://www.nationalautismassociation.org/treatments.php
http://www.firstsigns.org/treatment/dx.htm
What to expect from an Evaluation http://www.fetaweb.com/help/eval.expect.meyer.htm
AND http://www.pedneuro.com/services.shtml (thanks Gabu)
Wondering if it could be autism? Here are links to information about some onlne tests.... The tests are not ment to diagnose but to act as a guide and to give you information to discuss with your child's Dr.
http://www.childbrain.com/pddq6.shtml
http://depts.washington.edu/dataproj/chat.html CHAT checklist
http://pediatrics.about.com/od/autism/l/bl_autism.htm
http://autism.about.com/cs/medicaltreatments/a/txchecklist.h tm
http://home.isoa.net/%7Enitetrax/cars.htm
http://www.asaoakland.org/chat.htm
http://www.neurotransmitter.net/pddst2.pdf
http://www-personal.umich.edu/%7Epdpatel/DSM%20files/ABC_che cklist.pdf
http://www.neurotransmitter.net/autismscales.html
http://www.patientcenters.com/autism/news/diag_tools.html
http://www.aspires-relationships.com/articles_dx_assessment. ...htm
http://www.autism-pdd.net/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=59&P N=4
Adults with Aspergers - What about you?
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/irca/generalinfo/standardtests.h tml
DSM IV CRITERIA FOR Childhood autism, Asperger's syndrome, Rett's disorder, Childhood disintegrative disorder, PDD NOS http://www.childbrain.com/pddq3.shtml
AFTER THE DIAGNOSIS TESTING http://www.greatplainslaboratory.com/autismrec.html#top
The Do's and Don'ts after a diagnosis A print out for your family�s and friends (Thanks Karrie)
Looking for information and ideas? Here are some links to help you....
http://www.support4hope.com/autism/autism_adults.htm
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Yellow Pages for Kids with Disibilities
Separate
listings for each state and territory, Disability information groups,
Evaluators, Tutors, Support groups, Advocacy groups, and State
agencies... ![]()
PDD Connections WebRing
This
is the home page for a WebRing (web sites linked one to another, as in
a circle) designed to help people find useful information about
pervasive developmental disorders. Topics include a definition of
autism, pervasive development disorders, and related resources. This
WebRing is helpful for anyone living with, or trying to understand a
child with ASD.
Research and Testing Facilities
Medication Reference
Describes the medications that may be prescribed for ASDs.
Supplement Reference
Great resource for nutritional supplements and herbal remedies pertinent to ASDs
Autistic Spectrum Disorders is a new book by Mitzi Waltz, a revised and updated edition of Pervasive Developmental Disorders
The Diagnostic Merry-Go-Round. The diagnosis of ASD is usually a frustrating process of diagnosis by elimination, after a range of specified conditions in the autistic spectrum and related conditions are ruled out.
Getting a Diagnosis: Starting with a Pediatrician. The journey to a diagnosis of ASD can begin in different ways, but for most it starts in a pediatrician's office.
Tips for Daily Family Life. There are a lot of things about raising a child with ASD that teachers, therapists, and doctors don't know much about. Hints from parents about daily life, including tips on haircuts, bathing, clothing, selecting furniture, and safety precautions.
Record Keeping. Some advice on what records to keep, and how.
Stresses on Families. This article shares some problems of families under stress and methods for coping. Problems addressed include withdrawal or overinvolvement by a parent, effect on siblings, isolation, finding the right therapist, separation and divorce, single parents, non-custodial parents, and adoption and foster care.
Parenting: Disciplining a Child with PDD. Whole families are affected by PDDs. This article focuses on discipline issues: how do you respond when "normal" parenting advice may not apply?
Direct and Indirect Financial Support for Families. Some programs are available that may provide you or your family with financial support. Even though the amounts may be small, they may allow you to stretch already strapped resources.
After an IEP is in Place: Educational Issues. Your job in helping your child become educated in school doesn't end once you have an educational plan in place. This article addresses issues such as: monitoring progress, extended school year services, dealing with behavioral dilemmas, suspension and expulsion, 504 plans, taking on the school system, private schools, homeschooling, and transition planning
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Wondering about the differance in ASD's? Here are links to help guide you....
Low / High Functioning Autism Please Read
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/6895447/
http://info.med.yale.edu/chldstdy/autism/aspergers.html
http://www.answers.com/autism+spectrum+disorder&r=67
http://www.wrightslaw.com/info/autism.index.htm
http://www.answers.com/topic/pdd-not-otherwise-specified?hl= pdd
http://www.answers.com/topic/pdd
http://www.answers.com/topic/pervasive-developmental-disorde r?hl=pdd
http://www.drspock.com/article/0,1510,5473,00.html?r=related
http://www.autism.org.au/UNDERSTANDING%20DIAGNOSIS.htm
http://www.brighttots.com/Childhood_Disintegrative_Disorder. html
http://www.udel.edu/bkirby/asperger/aspergerscaleAttwood.htm l
MEDICATION & SUPPLEMENTS
Common Medications Used To Treat Autism
http://pediatrics.about.com/od/autism/a/05_autism_rx.htm - different treatments & Meds
Risperdal and the Aggression of Autism
Want the facts or some general info? Here are links for that...
Autism In The News LINKS Galore!
http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/forum.asp?articlekey= 13881
http://www.parents.com/articles/health/5716.jsp?page=1
http://www.communityinclusion.org/publications/pddbook.html
http://maapservices.org/MAAP_Sub_Find_It_-_PDD_Articles.htm
http://groups.msn.com/TheAutismHomePage/echolaliafacts.msnw
http://autism.about.com/cs/whatisautism/a/autismfaqtwo.htm
http://www.insidethebubble.co.uk/articles.php
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/6895311/
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/6895447/
http://www.ausm.org/Information/General/testinfo.htm
http://www.autism.org/adviceforparents.html (Thanks Jean)
http://www.hhrehab.org/childservices/autismservices/Default. htm
http://www.rainbowpediatrics.net/faq/7.21.html
Extraordinary Parenting - Autism
Explaining A Diagnosis AND how to tell others about the diagnosis
Sibling Help -- http://www.autism.org/sibling/sibneeds.html
The Discovery Of "Aspie" Criteria
Savant Abilities. (Thanks Sarah)
http://www.cheapceus.com/Autism_05.html (Thanks Jean)
Autism / Mercury / Metals / Chelation
http://www.askdrsears.com/faq/mc3.asp Can MMR be given separately?
http://www.autismmedia.org/media1.html where to find the MMR separate
support removal of thimerosal from shots
http://www.thehealthcrusader.com/pgs/excalibur/article_2005_ 03_17_1401.shtml Scroll 2/3 way down Thimerosal Is Still In Vaccines
And Just a reminder........ School Vaccines NOT Mandatory
http://autism.about.com/cs/adadsjournal/a/movingjournal.htm moving tips
Speech Delays and Communication
COMMON CO-OCCURRING CONDITIONS IN AUTISM
1 2
Changes in Routine Equals Changes in Behavior
Behavior modification controlling tantrum
Autism Service Dogs of America
Autism Business Cards 4 Public Awareness
SIBLINGS OF INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM/PDD
Find HARD TO FIND T shirts here... http://store.yahoo.com/stylinonline/
SAFTEY ITEMS
Safety Stickers - http://www.unlockingautism.org/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=safetys ticker
Home Door / Window Alarms
http://store.yahoo.com/nextpowerusa/fial8wiwidoa.html
http://www.spymaster.com/home.door.protection.html
http://www.globalsources.com/manufacturers/Door-Alarm.html
Kid Alarms
http://www.brickhousesecurity.com/childsafety.html
http://www.safetydefenseproducts.com/childguard.htm
http://www.itave.com/smart_guard.html
http://www.hardwares.globalsources.com/si/6007000636832/yste ch.co
Medical Alert
http://www.mypreciouskid.com/medical-id-bracelet.html
http://www.medicalert.org/home/Homegradient.aspx
http://www.bindependent.com/hompg/bi/bindep/store/aisles/gai ncontrol/medmanageprod/idjewelry.htm
http://www.jewelbasket.com/medical-alert-id-bracelets.html
http://www.americanmedical-id.com/home/?usersession=931a85b3 5c9beea0b42f659b165dcda6
School related
Special Ed rights for parents and Kids
http://www.bbbautism.com/vol_2_issue1_iep.htm - ***WONDERFUL LINKS!!!!
http://wrightslaw.com/info/esy.index.htm - Extended School Year
Building a Better Homework System
Specific Disability / Class accommodation
Instructional Methods / Accomodations
Back 2 School Tips 4 Special Needs Kids
iAbida Special Needs Education
Rapid Prompting Method severely autistic
http://www.autismtreatmentcenter.org/contents/about_son-rise /what_is_the_son-rise_program.php
Activities to Improve Learning through ..
Fun Educational Activities &More For Kids
Teaching / Learning Related
http://www.elliecards.com/ - elliecards� are a complete set of picture cards intended as an augmentative communication system for young children with special needs. Designed to be used for children with autism, speech disorders, and various learning disabilities, elliecards� are an invaluable learning tool for parents, therapists and educators.
Created by parents who had little success using other picture card
systems on the market, this product uses photos that are realistic to
everyday life, come laminated and completely assembled in an
easy-to-use binder.
http://www.autismteachingtools.com/
http://www.otawatertown.com/toylist.html
BEHAVIOR RELATED
http://rsaffran.tripod.com/aba.html
http://www.christinaburkaba.com/History.htm
http://www.brighttots.com/aba_therapy.html
http://www.redandgreenchoices.com/about.htm
http://www.wrightslaw.com/info/autism.methods.compare.pdf
http://www.easychild.com/parentingclick2.htm
http://www.wrightslaw.com/news/2002/jaynes.tarkan.nytimes.ht m
Speech Related
Signing (Thanks Anne)
Pecs Info.... (Thanks Gabu)
http://www.polyxo.com/visualsupport/pecs.html
http://www.tacanow.com/pecs.htm
http://www.cesa7.k12.wi.us/sped/autism/assist/asst10.htm
Echolalia - http://www.autisticsociety.org/modules.php?name=Encyclopedia &op=list_content&eid=36
Echolalia - http://www.answers.com/topic/echolalia
Echolalia - http://www.utdallas.edu/~rollins/A_I/echo.pdf
ADOS Facts - http://www.wpspublish.com/Inetpub4/w090205.htm
PRT - http://www.autismteachingtools.com/page/bbbbfg/bbbbqc
PRT - http://www.dbpeds.org/articles/detail.cfm?TextID=229
Testing Info - http://www.ausm.org/Information/General/testinfo.htm
Vocabulary Videos for Autistic Toddlers
The
Vocabulary Builder video series has proven to be very effective for
toddlers with language delays due to autism. Click here to read what
parents have to say about these videos.
Sponsored by: http://www.babybumblebee.com
ABA Videos - This service incorporates the strategies of video modeling and Applied Behavior Analysis into an educational tool to be used by children, parents, educators and Paraprofessionals in the form of video. Video modeling provides children with the skills to create, improve and enhance receptive and expressive skills.
TEETH GRINDING
http://www.dentalarticles.com/reader/pt12.htm
http://www.ncrdoctors.com/ncr_helps_conditions/ncr_articles_ teeth_grinding.html
http://www.doctorndtv.com/topics/detailtopics.asp?id=506
This is questionable.... http://www.autism.org/rett.html
FEEDING ISSUES
Sensory Integrative related feeding probs
Functional Feeding Issues in Autism
1 2
The Gluten/Wheat Free Guide to Eating Out - A new book on the market called "The Gluten/Wheat Free Guide to Eating Out" with over 50 national/regional restaurants' gluten and wheat free menu items.
SENSORY ISSUES
Sensory Integration - Must Read
How to know if its sensory / What to do
Sensory Defensiveness & Sensory Diet
Sensory Integration & Teaching Strategies
WEIGHTED PRODUCTS
Vests
http://www.specialkidszone.com/Product_Level1.asp?CategoryID =38
http://www.beyondplay.com/CATALOG/SEN3.HTM
http://www.calmcomforts.com/vest/vests.htm
http://www.comeplaytoys.com/kids/CPM-070.HTM
http://members.aol.com/encourmin/autism2.htm
http://www.theraproducts.com/index
http://www.pfot.com/ShowProducts.php?interest=Sensory
http://www.saltoftheearthweightedgear.com/vestpage.html
http://www.myweightedblankets.com/vests
http://search.ebay.com/weighted-vest_W0QQfkrZ1QQfromZR8
http://www.saltoftheearthweightedgear.com/index.html
Blankets and Other
http://www.specialkidszone.com/Product_Level3.asp?ProductID= 1368
http://www.beyondplay.com/CATALOG/SEN3.HTM
http://www.calmcomforts.com/blanket/blankets.htm
http://www.theraproducts.com/index/page-catalog/main-8161/su b-8289/
http://www.saltoftheearthweightedgear.com/fabricspage.html
http://www.weightedblanket.net/
http://www.myweightedblankets.com/pricing___orders
CATALOGS for Special Needs (and sites to order from)
http://www.otawatertown.com/resources.html
http://www.pfot.com/ShowProducts.php?interest=Sensory
http://www.specialkidszone.com/
http://www.beyondplay.com/index.htm
http://www.theraproducts.com/index
http://www.specialneedstoys.com/
http://www.superduperinc.com/catalog.htm
RESOURCES
Misc resources listed by state -- http://www.autism-pdd.net/resources-by-state.html