Association for Science in Autism Treatment
ASAT is a national, not-for-profit, 501(c)3 organization formed by a group of parents and professionals concerned about the care and treatment of individuals with autism. ASAT is dedicated to disseminating accurate, scientifically valid information about autism and its treatment options.
The Autism Council of Utah is an independent council working to foster collaboration, communication, and learning among families and agencies. Their aim is to promote access to resources and responsible information for individuals of all ages who have, or are affected by autism, or related conditions. The Council accomplishes this by supporting statewide partnerships to collaborate on special projects, research, and training.
This organization encourages its individual members and organizational partners toward self-direction and self-empowerment. We welcome the participation of all family members, people with autism/PDD, caring professionals, and other friends who wish to implement, not debate, the right to self-determination by hearing and heeding the voices of people with autism. We have joined together to provide information, support, networking, advocacy, a strong voice in federal legislation and policy, a newsletter, conferences and trainings, a bookstore, a variety of unique publications, and an ongoing reappraisal of fundamental research and treatment issues in the light of what people with autism themselves find meaningful and respectful.
Autism Research Institute (ARI)
ARI is primarily devoted to conducting research, and to disseminating the results of research, on the causes of autism and on methods of preventing, diagnosing and treating autism and other severe behavioral disorders of childhood. We provide information based on research to parents and professionals throughout the world
This includes an Index of links regarding the developmental disabilities Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome; including topics such as: definitions of autism, specific issues, libraries, regional interests, items for sale, and much more!
Autism Society of America (ASA)
The Autism Society of America has been improving the lives of all affected by autism for over 50 years and envisions a world where individuals and families living with autism are able to maximize their quality of life, are treated with the highest level of dignity, and live in a society in which their talents and skills are appreciated and valued. We provide advocacy, education, information and referral, support, and community at national, state and local levels through our strong nationwide network of Affiliates.
Center for Parent Information and Resources
There are nearly 100 Parent Training and Information Centers (PTIs) and Community Parent Resource Centers (CPRCs) in the US and Territories
- Working with families of infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities, birth to 26 (most work with families into adulthood)
- Helping parents participate effectively in their children’s education and development
- Partnering with professionals and policy makers to improve outcomes for all children with disabilities
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. CDC is committed to continuing to provide essential data on ASD, search for factors that put children at risk for ASD and possible causes, and develop resources that help identify children with ASD as early as possible.
Different Roads to Learning is your one-stop shop for autism spectrum resources and teaching materials! With over 600 products, our carefully curated product line supports the social, academic and communicative development of children on the autism spectrum through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Verbal Behavior interventions.
Website: view website do2learn.com/
Do2learn provides thousands of free pages with social skills and behavioral regulation activities and guidance, learning songs and games, communication cards, academic material, and transition guides for employment and life skills. In addition, we offer premier products including View2do, JobTIPS, FACELAND, books, and apps for purchase.
Family Voices is a national organization and grassroots network of families and friends of children and youth with special health care needs and disabilities that promotes partnership with families–including those of cultural, linguistic and geographic diversity-in order to improve healthcare services and policies for children.
FIRST WORDS® Project is a longitudinal research investigation in the Florida State University Autism Institute in the College of Medicine directed by Dr. Amy Wetherby. Our major goal is to identify early signs of developmental language disorders, autism spectrum disorder, and other communication delays in children from 9 to 24 months of age.
Through our research findings and resources provided on our website, we aim to improve screening tools and early detection of communication problems by maximizing the role of the family and to help families support their child’s development and access intervention services sooner.
Their mission is to bridge the global gap in the resources and understanding of autism. They exist to address the needs of children with autism in developing countries, to address the fear that plagues parents of children with autism where there are few resources, and little or no understanding of autism.
Interdisciplinary Council on Development and Learning
ICDL: The Home of DIR® & DIRFloortime® is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to redefining and promoting each child’s development to their fullest potential. ICDL is the original and leading training resource for DIRFloortime.
KidsHealth is the largest and most-visited site on the Web providing doctor-approved health information about children from before birth through adolescence. KidsHealth has separate areas for kids, teens, and parents –each with its own design, age-appropriate content, and tone. There are literally thousands of in-depth features, articles, animations, games, and resources –all original and all developed by experts in the health of children and teens.
This website gives basic information about autism, signs and symptoms, causes, when to seek help, screening and diagnosis, and treatment.
Medline Plus includes News from the National Institute of Health, Overview of Autism, Diagnosis/Symptoms, Treatment, Alternative Therapy, Rehabilitation/Recovery, Coping, Specific Conditions, Related Issues, Clinical Trials, Genetics, Research, Directories, Organizations, Statistics, Children, and Teenagers.
The mission of the National Autism Association is to respond to the most urgent needs of the autism community, providing real help and hope so that all affected can reach their full potential.
The National Autism Center’s mission is to provide leadership and comprehensive evidence-based resources to families, practitioners, and policymakers, to programs and organizations, and to the national community by adhering to the following commitments:
- Provide unparalleled resources to individuals and families affected by autism.
- Support best practice models for nationwide implementation.
- Shape the national dialogue through the transfer of expertise and knowledge.
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
The NIMH mission is to reduce the burden of mental illness and behavioral disorders through research on mind, brain, and behavior. This public health mandate demands that we harness powerful scientific tools to achieve better understanding, treatment, and eventually, prevention of these disabling conditions that affect millions of Americans. Their website includes information on autism and a detailed booklet that describes symptoms, causes, and treatments, is available.
National Institute of Child and Human Development
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) has a goal to provide easy access to the most current information about NICHD research projects, publications, news releases, and other activities related to autism and similar disorders. NICHD’s mission is to ensure that every person is born healthy and wanted, that women suffer no harmful effects from reproductive processes, and that all children have the chance to achieve their full potential for healthy and productive lives. The institute also aims to ensure the health, productivity, independence, and well-being of people through optimal rehabilitation.
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders
The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) is one of the institutes and centers that comprise the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The NIH is the federal government’s focal point for the support of biomedical research. The NIH’s mission is to uncover new knowledge that will lead to better health for everyone. Simply described, the goal of NIH research is to acquire new knowledge to help prevent, detect, diagnose, and treat disease and disability. The NIH is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This particular page deals with communication disorders and autism.
PACER Center enhances the quality of life and expands opportunities for children, youth, and young adults with all disabilities and their families so each person can reach his or her highest potential. PACER operates on the principles of parents helping parents, supporting families, promoting a safe environment for all children, and working in collaboration with others.
The Play Project was designed providing effective, low cost, playful interventions right at home. This website describes the many ways that this project has achieved this mission. There are now a couple of P.L.A.Y. Therapists in Utah.
Unlocking Autism is a national on-line support network and provides information on legislation, advocacy, biomedical treatments, behavioral therapies, research, and has a parent-to-parent support hotline.
Utah Registry of Autism and Developmental Disabilities (URADD)
URADD collects and shares information about the number of people who have autism spectrum disorders (ASD’s) and other disabilities in Utah, and measures changes in these numbers over time.
US Autism Association (USAA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization for Autism and Asperger education, support, and solutions with a mission to Provide the Opportunity for everyone living with Autism, Asperger Syndrome and other related disorders to achieve their fullest potential, by enriching the Autism and Asperger community with education, training, accessible resources, and partnerships with local and national projects.
PARENT RESOURCES AND HELPS
Why Self Care is Essential to Parenting
Behavior
Autism Speaks: Challenging Behavior Toolkit
What are the Positive Strategies for Supporting Behavior Improvement?
Early Intervention
Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center (ECTA)
Eating Disorders
What is the Connection Between Autism and Anorexia?
Feeding Problems In Children With Autism
Executive Functioning
Executive Functioning and Theory of Mind
Safety
School – IEPs and Section 504 Plans
The Short and Sweet IEP Overview
Parent Special Education Information
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Self-Regulation
Trouble With Self-Regulation: What You Need to Know
How Can We Help Kids With Self-Regulation?
Sensory Processing
Understood: Sensory Processing
Transition to Adulthood
Transitions and Post-Secondary
Visual Schedules