Articles Index
Prepare Your Child with Autism to Head Back to School
Hints and tips for helping a child with autism head back to school successfully.
An Adult with Autism Pursues Passion for RC Racing
What's it like to live with autism? One young adult describes how his passion for remote controlled race cars has given him direction, respect and friendship.
Biomedical Treatments for Autism from the Autism Research Institute
How has the biomedical "Defeat Autism Now" approach to autism treatment changed? Dr. Steven Edelson, the new director of the Autism Research Institute, explains.
An Adult with Autism Pursues Passion for RC Racing
What's it like to live with autism? One young adult describes how his passion for remote controlled race cars has given him direction, respect and friendship.
Advice to Autism Parents from an Emergency 911 Responder
What's the best way to help firefighters and police to help your loved one with autism? Here are suggestions from a firefighter who specializes in special needs situations.
Opening Public Libraries to People with Autism
How can libraries welcome people with autism? Here are tools and information from an organization called "We're Connected."
How to Start a Vacation Bible School Program for Kids with Autism
Many families feel their child with autism should have a chance to attend Vacation Bible School. But how do you make VBS work for a child with developmental delays and behavioral issues?
How Autism Diagnosis and Treatment May Change with the New DSM-5
With the new diagnostic criteria planned for implementation in 2013, diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders will change. How much will they change, and what are the implications for treatment?
How Changes in Autism Diagnosis Will Affect Your Life
The new Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) will make sweeping changes to the criteria for diagnosing autism. What will these changes mean to you and the autism community as a whole?
Sensory Integration, Sensory Processing Disorder and Autism
What is Sensory Processing Disorder(SPD)? What is Sensory Integration? How are they connected with autism spectrum disorders?
Will Children with Intellectual Delays No Longer Be Diagnosed with Autism?
How will the new diagnostic manual, due for publication in 2013, impact your child's autism diagnosis?
Will New Diagnostic Criteria Mean My Child with PDD-NOS Is No Longer Autistic?
When the American Psychiatric Association changes its diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorders, many people will cease to qualify as autistic.
Why Asperger Syndrome Will Disappear
The new diagnostic manual (DSM 5) will be put into practice in 2013. When that happens, the term Asperger syndrome will disappear from diagnostic literature. Find out why.
Can an Autistic Child Be a Part of the Catholic Church?
Your autistic child may have a very hard time using spoken language, following direction, or even sitting still. Can your autistic child be a part of the Catholic Church?
Symptoms of Autism
Autistic people may have a range of issues, including physical, intellectual, psychological and emotional differences.
A Parent's Introduction to Play and Autism
This introduction to play and autism offers parents tips and resources for overcoming some serious challenges. Yes, you can play with your autistic child!
Share Autism Resources with the Autism Community
Share your autism resources, tips, opinions and insights with the autism community.
Autism Information for Friends and Family
Unless you're a person with autism, the parent of a child with autism, or a person who actually works with autistic people, you may have some pretty offbeat ideas about autism. Here's autism information to share with friends and family to help bridge the gap between myths and reality.
Max and Mike, an Autism Success Story
In honor of autism awareness month, I asked for ordinary autism success stories that reflect the day to day joys of life. Amy Farley, a mother and writer, submitted this wonderful piece about her son, Max. You can also find an amazing musical duet played by Max and his brother Mike, and much more about the Farley's daily life, on Amy's blog, Just34Me. Enjoy!
Finding Balance in a Family with Autism
Here are some thoughts and tips for finding balance in a family with autism. With care and love, you can keep yourself and your family strong for the long haul.
Early Signs of Autism
What are the early signs of autism? With so many headlines about autism, many parents are worried about their child's development. How do you know whether a delay or difference is really significant? How do you decide whether your child should see a professional? Here are some of the red flag symptoms to look for.
Tips to Help You Plan for Your Autistic Child's Future
Once your autistic child reaches the age of 21, many support systems disappear. Your "child" is no longer a minor, yet in many cases, autistic adults have as many needs as autistic children. Here are hints and tips for preparing for your adult child's needs -- now, and after you're gone.
Signs of Autism Your Pediatrician May Miss
What are the first signs of autism? Should you be concerned? What are the best ways to share your concerns with your doctor? And how do you start seeking a diagnosis for autism?
Who Is Andrew Wakefield?
Dr. Andrew Wakefield's theories about the MMR vaccine and autism have created a firestorm of controversy within the autism community. Find out more about the man and his work.
Adults and Asperger Syndrome
Asperger syndrome, a very high functioning form of autism, may not be diagnosed until adulthood. Could you or an adult in your life have Asperger syndrome? How can you find out? What should you do next?