Autism A patient-oriented guide about autism that provides a definition of the childhood disorder autism.
Topics covered include diagnosis, causes, treatment, coping strategies, and current research.
Published by the National Institute of Mental Health, which is part of the U.S. National Institutes of Health. There are features on the culture of autism, autism seizures, prevelance in the UK etc. As well as details of the Society and its activities, there are lists of contacts and publications, and 20 most asked questions. There is coverage of the Society's activities including programmes for funding research, news items on autistic disorders, conference proceedings and call for papers, membership details, and information for individuals with a new diagnosis. Details are also available on ASA publications which include brochures, information packages, conference proceedings and other ASA material.