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Online Asperger Syndrome Information & Support: OASIS An award winning site and one stop shop for information on Aspergers. Articles and links on topics such as “what is Asperger Syndrome?”, education, social skills, related disorders, adult issues, current research, publicity and more.
Clinical psychologist, internationally recognised Asperger expert, author of best-selling "Asperger Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals”. The frequently updated site includes a comprehensive and well-described reading and other resources list, information on his international presentation schedule and published papers, summaries of relevant research, support group information and links.
Autism Resource Centre (Singapore) (ARC(S)) Aims to highlight and support the needs of individuals with autism in Singapore. ARC(S) Offers assessment and diagnosis, Information (library, database, videos etc), therapy and education support. Its training arm, We Can, provides training for professionals, caregivers and parents: http://www.autism-we-can.com/HTML/index.html
The Center for the Study of Autism (CSA) Conducts research on the efficacy of various therapeutic interventions. Lots of information on various topics including behaviours and interventions.
National Autistic Society (NAS) Lots of practical information about autism and Asperger Syndrome, and about the support and services available in the UK. Eg. “Asperger Syndrome: A Guide for Young People”. Don’t overlook the sections for professionals and journalists.
Asperger Syndrome Coalition of the US A national non-profit organisation committed to providing information on Asperger Syndrome and related conditions. Links to some interesting articles.
Asperger Syndrome Australia Information Centre An on-line support service for parents of children with Asperger Syndrome. Australian organisations, support groups and links.
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A maze of links from a Canadian women with Asperger Syndrome, whose obsession is … Asperger Syndrome. Also a very inspiring story.
A Directory for Asperger Syndrome This directory is designed to help you find the information you need by categorising links available for Asperger Syndrome
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Autism - PDD Resources Network Information on diagnostic criteria and assessments, summaries of medical tests, therapies, evaluation of treatments and approaches.
Social Stories: The Gray Center for Social Learning and Understanding Guidelines for writing social stories, sample stories and detailed list of social story topics contained in Carol Gray’s books. Articles, links and book reviews.
Non-verbal thinking, communication, imitation and play skills – developmental stages and sample activities as examples of teaching techniques.
Source for accessing information on social skills. At this site you will find Information on social skills, terms to be familiar with, activities to use with children, legal and advocacy information and Individual Education Plan information.
Relationship Development Intervention Program (RDI): Houston based organisation headed by Drs S & R Gutstein. The primary goal of the RDI™ Program is to systematically teach the motivation for and skills of experience sharing interaction.
Method created by parents for parents and professionals. Teaches them to design and implement home-based/child-centred programs. Based on theory of joining the child in their world and gradually bringing them into yours.
The Autism Research Institute (ARI) Biomedical focus. Maintains a databank of more than 35,000 detailed case histories of autistic children from 60 countries and runs on on-line treatment effectiveness survey. Research results and list of practitioners.
National Alliance for Autism Research (NAAR) US organisation funds, promotes and accelerates biomedical research and science-based approaches that seek to determine the causes, prevention, effective treatments for and, ultimately, a cure for autism spectrum disorders.
The Society for Auditory Intervention Techniques (SAIT) Contains information about auditory integration training (AIT) and other auditory-based interventions.
Assistive Technology (Visual Supports) http://www.cesa7.k12.wi.us/sped/autism/assist/asst10.htm Article by autism consultant Susan Stokes,
http://www.angelfire.com/ky/touristinfo/index5.html Summary by Janet Lawrence, mother of an autistic child
http://www.hotkey.net.au/%7Ebruced1/index.html The Individualised Cueing System (ICS) is a streamlined system that enables students with ASD to view their day at a glance, and prepare themselves for upcoming subjects/specialist teachers.
http://www.usevisualstrategies.com Site selling picture CD-ROM’s and books.
See, do and learn on-line, activities to promote independence. Lots of free stuff: picture cards, emotion games, organisation ideas, safety songs etc
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Understanding and Implementing a Gluten & Casein Free (GCFC) Diet
The Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) This diet was designed for patients with intestinal diseases, but has been "found" by parents of children with autism. Gluten free but some dairy products allowed.
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A comprehensive Australian site: detailed and specific strategies and other resources for working with children in childcare, playgroups, preschool, primary schools, senior schools and tertiary education. Also teaching techniques and strategies for swimming teaching
See the Education section of the OASIS website for an excellent selection of articles, links and other resources. Two good articles on the site are:
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http://www.thegraycenter.org/tips_for_teachers.htm General tips for good teaching practice: be a team player, be flexible, be a good role model, continue to educate yourself, accentuate the positives. More inspiring than practical.
http://www.ricklavoie.com/gateindex.html Information and inspiration for parents and teachers of children with learning disabilities. Richard Lavoie’s videos should be required viewing for all teachers…"fairness" means that every student receives what he/she needs”.
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http://members.ozemail.com.au/~rbmitch/Asperger15.htm Helping your son or daughter to manage at high school – shared experiences and strategies by Heather Lord. A comprehensive article relevant to all levels of the education system – a must read for parents.
http://members.ozemail.com.au/~rbmitch/Asperger13.htm Questions to consider asking when choosing a school for your son and daughter.
http://www.schwablearning.org/articles.asp?r=283&g=2 Talking with your Elementary School Child about Learning Difficulties. An article on the Schwab Learning website.
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Learning Disabilities Association of Canada Tips to help parents in pursuing the best interests of their special needs children in the school system.
Autism Aspergers Advocacy Australia (A4) Aims to develop and promote appropriate national policy; influence relevant decisions; and monitor and report on outcomes.
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http://www.mugsy.org/wendy/index2.htm Wendy Lawson, a mother of four, was originally diagnosed as being ‘intellectually disabled’, then, in her teens, as schizophrenic and finally, in 1994, as having an autistic spectrum disorder. Wendy’s youngest son was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome at the age of 12. A qualified social worker and adult educator, Wendy has the ability to provide amazing insight into how the autistic mind works, and this site has a wealth of information to that effect.
http://www.grandin.com/inc/visual.thinking.html Dr Temple Grandin turned an obsession with livestock handling into an international business. An excerpt from her book “Thinking in Pictures”.
http://www.aspergerinformation.net/ An informative, sometimes angry and poignant insight by 26-year-old Suzie Shaw.
http://www.linktoaustin.com/as/page6.html A mother’s plan for how to face your child's challenges and lead him to a lifetime of successes.
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Australian Scale for Asperger Syndrome [from Attwood, T, Asperger Syndrome, A Guide for Parents and Professionals, Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Ltd, London and Philadelphia, 1998.]
DSM-IV Criteria, Pervasive Development Disorders
The Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (CHAT) A screening instrument which identifies children aged 18 months at risk for social-communication disorders.
Checklist for 0 to 5 years, outlining the ages that communication milestones (predominately speech) are normally reached. Also has a good summary of developmental stages for “play”.
Early Childhood Developmental Milestones Understanding early childhood development – early identification.
Psychologist Simon Baron-Cohen and his colleagues at Cambridge's Autism Research Centre have created the Autism-Spectrum Quotient, or AQ, as a measure of the extent of autistic traits in adults. It was featured in the September 2001 issue of Wired magazine – this is a link to that article.
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