The Autism Rights Movement

Article in the May 25, 2008 issue of New York Magazine, written by Andrew Solomon.

http://nymag.com/news/features/47225/

NICHCY: Information on Autism

Basic information on autism/PDD from the National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities, including helpful links at the bottom of the page.

http://nichcy.org/disability/specific/autism

NIMH: Autism Spectrum Disorders (Pervasive Developmental Disorders)

Information on autism and autism spectrum disorders from the National Institute of Mental Health. Includes the latest research, publications, blogs, and related information.

http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/autism-spectrum-disorders-pervasive-developmental-disorders/index.shtml

Autism Research Centre

Research institute at Cambridge University (Great Britain) that focuses on autism, Asperger's and other pervasive developmental disorders.

http://www.autismresearchcentre.com/

Asperger's Syndrome Overview

Basic information on Asperger's Syndrome published on the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) Web site.

http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/asperger/asperger.htm

Autism and Asperger Research Reports

Website providing latest research on autism and Asperger's Syndrome to parents, families and others.

http://aarr.stanford.edu/

Parentbooks

Website containing lists of books to assist parents with children who have mental illnesses or other challenges.

http://www.parentbooks.ca/Booklists.htm

Autism Society Homepage

Organization devoted to education and public awareness of autism, as well as assistance to individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their families. Resources include news, research, local chapters and other supports.

http://www.autism-society.org/

Resources for Young Adults with Asperger's Syndrome and High Functioning Autism

Collection of websites, articles, books and videos for young people with Asperger's and high-functioning autism. Includes information on attending school and employment.

http://www.adnetonline.org/:/Papers/Guth%20Papers/AS%20resources%20for%20young%20adults2.pdf

OASIS: Online Asperger's Syndrome Information and Support

Web site dedicated to assisting adults and parents of children with Asperger Syndrome, Autism, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder / Not Otherwise Specified (PDD/NOS). Includes research papers, support groups, clinicians, research projects, educational resources, message board/chat room, and contributions from individuals and families.

http://www.aspergersyndrome.org/

Giftedness and Asperger's Syndrome: A New Agenda for Education

Article on relation between Asperger's Syndrome and giftedness in children. Written by Shelagh A. Gallagher and James J. Gallagher from Understanding Our Gifted, 14 (2), Winter 2002. Open Space Communications.

http://www.hoagiesgifted.org/eric/fact/asperger.pdf

Helpguide.org: Self-Help for Adult ADD/ADHD

Tips for managing symptoms and maintaining focus. Includes many helpful links to further information at the finish of the article.

http://helpguide.org/mental/adhd_add_adult_strategies.htm

Helpguide.org: Adult ADD/ADHD

Article containing signs, symptoms, effects and treatment for adult ADD/ADHD. Contains links to other valuable resources for adult ADD/ADHD.

http://helpguide.org/mental/adhd_add_adult_symptoms.htm

NICHCY Information on ADD/ADHD

Information on ADD/ADHD published by The National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities. Offers stories, information, and resources. Pdf version available for download.

http://nichcy.org/disability/specific/adhd

Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)

Non-profit organization serving individuals with ADD/ADHD and their families. Includes information, resources, and local chapters offering support groups.

http://www.chadd.org/

Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)

International non-profit organization that provides information, resources and networking opportunities to help adults with ADD/ADHD lead better lives.

http://www.add.org/

NIMH: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders

National Institute of Mental Health page on ADD/ADHD, which includes publications, studies, and links to further resources.

http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd/index.shtml

Self-Help: Managing Your Phobia

Guide to techniques for coping with specific phobias, published by the Anxiety Disorders Association of British Columbia (Anxiety BC).

http://www.raminader.com/PDFs%20Uploaded/Phobia%20-%20AnxietyBC%20-%20Self-help%20specific%20phobia.pdf

Phobias: A Self Help Guide

A 32-page self-help guide for individuals with specific phobias. Written by James Clark, Clinical Associate in Applied Psychology, 2007, Forth Valley NHS Trust.

http://www.moodjuice.scot.nhs.uk/phobias.asp

Information on Specific Phobias from Medline Plus

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/phobias.html