Information on Autism Local and State Resources Selected New Books on Autism

Headlines from newspapers, television, parenting magazines and websites have been putting the spotlight on autism spectrum disorders. In 2007, the Centers for Disease Control released data that found 1 in 150 children have an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The American Academy of Pediatrics just released a clinical report recommending early screening for autism - at or before 24 months of age. The AAP site also gives an autism checklist for parents. For more information, Autism Speaks.org provides videos online that discuss autism and compare typical and atypical development. This month the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library is highlighting information on these disorders and resources available to the community.

Information on Autism Spectrum Disorders:

• Asperger's Syndrome - Medline
  Resources from Medline on Asperger's Syndrome.
• Autism Information Center - Centers for Disease Control
  FAQs, defnintions, diagnosis, and vaccination information.
• Autism Research Institute
  "The Autism Research Institute (ARI), a non-profit organization...is primarily devoted to conducting research, and to disseminating the results of research, on the triggers of autism and on methods of diagnosing and treating autism." - from site
• Autism Resources - Medline
• Autism Society of North America
  Resources on education, diagnosis, FAQs, living with autism, parenting information, and advocacy.
• Autism Spectrum Disorders - NIMH
  Information on autism spectrum disorders and links to locating services.
• Association 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." - from site
• Families for Early Autism Treatment
  "This site provides information to parents of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders including Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), and Asperger's Syndrome, and to professionals about FEAT..." - from site. Based in Northern California.
• Aut-2B-Home
  Information and encouragement for families homeschooling children with autism. Email listservs of parents using a variety of educational methods, including ABA, TEACCH, Options, computer curriculums, eclectic, and unschooling.
• Learn the Signs of Autism, Act Early - Centers for Disease Control
  Developmental charts for children with the signs and symptoms of autism.
• MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome
  "A nonprofit organization dedicated to providing information and advice to families of more advanced individuals with Autism, Asperger syndrome, and Pervasive developmental disorder (PDD). " - from site
• National Autism Association
  "The mission of the National Autism Association is to educate and empower families affected by autism and other neurological disorders, while advocating on behalf of those who cannot fight for their own rights." - from site.
• TACA - Talk About Curing Autism: Families with Autism Helping Families with Autism
  This California organization provides information, resources, and support for families with autism.

Local and State Resources:

• Autism and PPD Support Network
  Information for families on autism and PPD. Share your story, get support, and find state resources.
• Autism Services - Oregon Department of Education
  Information from the Oregon Department of Education on new grants, elibigility, and services.
• Autism Society of Oregon
  Local resources on autism.
• Benton County Family Support Group - "Parents Helping Parents"
  Part of Oregon Family Support Network, Inc. Support group meets last Tuesday of the month, dinner provided. 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church (corner of Harrison St. & Kings Blvd.) For more information, contact Hilary at 752-3752 or call Oregon Family Support Network at 1-800-323-8521.
• Portland Asperger Network
  "Portland Aspergers Network is a parent support organization in Portland, Oregon. We assist families of children with Asperger's Syndrome and autism spectrum disorders." - from site
• Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) - Corvallis School District
  A volunteer group of parents and professionals with the mission of planning and promoting inclusion and academic success for students with disabilities. Regular Meetings: Second Monday of each month. 12:00-1:30 PM, The Harding Center. For more information, contact 541-757-5752.
• State Developmental Disabilities Council
  "The mission of the Oregon Council on Developmental Disabilities is to create change that improves the lives of Oregonians with developmental disabilities."

Selected Books on Autism:

• 100 Questions & Answers about Autism: expert advice from a physician/parent/caregiver by Campion Quinn.
• Asperger's Syndrome and High Achievement: some very remarkable people by Ioan James.
• Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders Sourcebook edited by Sandra J. Judd.
• Autism Is Not a Life Sentence: how one family took on autism and won! by Lynley Summers.
• Changing the Course of Autism: a scientific approach for parents and physicians by Bryan Jepson with Jane Johson.
• Could It Be Autism?: a parent's guide to the first signs and next steps by Nancy D. Wiseman with Kim Painter Koffsky.
• Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: autism, ADHD, asthma, and allergies: the groundbreaking program for the 4-A disorders by Kenneth Bock and Cameron Stauth.
• Louder Than Words: a mother's journey in healing autism by Jenny McCarthy.
• Making Autism a Gift: inspiring children to believe in themselves and lead happy, fulfilling lives by Robert Evert Cimera.
• The Only Boy In The World: a father explores the mysteries of autism by Michael Blastland.

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