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Autism Spectrum Disorders

Autism Spectrum Disorders

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Autism is a spectrum disorder within pervasive developmental disorder (PDD). Other PDDs include Asperger and Rett Syndromes. Read the latest research on the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of autism, as well as services available to your child at school.

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Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs)

What is autism? Autism is a complex developmental disability that causes problems with social interaction and ...

Source: National Insititute of Child Health and Development
Autism Spectrum Disorders Overview

What is autism? Autism is one of a group of disorders known as autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). ASDs are developmental ...

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Is Autism on the Rise?

“Today, one in 166 individuals is diagnosed with autism, making it more common than pediatric cancer, diabetes, and ...

Source: Education.com
Helping an Autistic Child:

There are many things parents can do to help autistic children overcome their challenges and get the most of life. From ...

Source: Helpguide

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Preparing a Child with Asperger Syndrome for Medical Appointments

Source: Autism Society
The Promise of ABA: Creating Meaningful Lives Throughout Adolescence and Adulthood

Source: Autism Society
How to Stop Bullying of Kids on the Autism Spectrum

Source: Education.com
My Life with Asperger Syndrome

Source: Autism Society
Pivotal Response Treatment: Identifying and Targeting Areas of Need in Children with ASD

Source: Autism Society
The Characteristics of Asperger Syndrome

Source: Autism Society
What Causes Autism?

Source: Autism Society
Ten Tips for Helping Your Autistic Child Connect

Source: Education.com
Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified

Source: National Dissemination Center for Children With Disabilities
Strategies to Help Children with Autism Cope with Social Situations and Increase their Independence in the Classroom

Source: Pearson Allyn Bacon Prentice Hall

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