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Autism Speaks: Technology and Autism

For Students 1st - 9th
Explore assistive technology using smartphone and tablet apps on the topic of autism.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Autism Information Center

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent reference tool for gathering information on autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Find out what the symptoms are, how it is diagnosed, the treatment, and if vaccines play a role in causing autism.
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Centers for Disease Control: Autism Information Center

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Excellent reference tool for gathering information on autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Find out what the symptoms are, how it is diagnosed, the treatment, and if vaccines play a role in causing autism.
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Autism Speaks

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn the facts about autism and how you can help the cause of autism research. Also includes information on Autism Awareness Month events, which occur in April.
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Autism Society of America

For Students 9th - 10th
Large, multifaceted site with information on autism, the Society, news and events, research and resources, and much more. "Autism Info" is a good place to start. Includes "An exciting new e-Learning course designed to help you understand...
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Autism Society of America

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Large, multifaceted site with information on autism, the Society, news & events, research & resources, and much more. "Autism Info" is a good place to start. Includes "an exciting new e-learning course designed to help you...
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University of North Carolina: Autism Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
A huge resource with information on autism, organizations, medical research, behavior modification, references, vocational rehabilitation, parent training, and more. Click on the US map for resources by state.
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Medical News Today: Early Intervention Very Effective for Toddlers With Autism

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
A 5-year study from the University of Washington explains its findings of intervention for toddlers with Autism. Improvements in IQ, social interaction and language ability were discovered.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Vaccines and the Autism Myth Part I

For Students 9th - 10th
The infamous Wakefield study kickstarted the Autism Myth, but many studies have since shown that there is no link between MMR Vaccine and autism. This lesson explains how the autism myth began and the studies that support there is no...
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Khan Academy: Vaccines and the Autism Myth Part Ii

For Students 9th - 10th
An explanation of how the Wakefield study was fabricated and why the study has no link to autism.
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Zac Browser Gold

For Students K - 1st
Internet browser designed specifically for children with autism and other special needs. This resource allows children to interact directly with games and activities that cater to those who display the characteristics of autism spectrum...
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Autism Society of America

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This site provides links to information about autism. General information as well as specific resources for various states can be found.
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Autism Society of America

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This site provides links to information about autism. General information as well as specific resources for various states can be found.
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Mattababy: Corpus Callosum

For Students 9th - 10th
Article entitled "NMR Intensity of Corpus Callosum Differs with Age but not with Diagnosis of Autism."
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Web Md: Autism Spectrum Disorders Health Center

For Students Pre-K - 1st
The term "pervasive developmental disorders," also called PDDs, refers to a group of conditions that involve delays in the development of many basic skills. Most notable among them are the ability to socialize with others, to...
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Bridging Apps: People With Special Needs

For Students 1st - 9th
This collection of apps is aimed at helping those with special needs.
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Chiropractic Research Results for Different Conditions

For Students 9th - 10th
Did you know that through the manipulation of the spine people receive some relief from serious conditions such as Autism, Cancer, and Ulcers? This site provides of list of such ailments and connects the user to articles relating the...
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Khan Academy: Nclex Rn Questions on Neurodevelopment Disorders 1

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a 10-question quiz to prepare for NCLEX-RN on neurodevelopment disorders.
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Autistic Spectrum Disorders: Sorting It Out

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Written by a teaching and practicing pediatric neurologist, this lengthy but very readable article surveys the disorders now gathered under the "Autistic Spectrum Disorders."
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Angelman Syndrome Foundation

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This comprehensive site offers Angelman Syndrome information for doctors and parents. The foundation contends that this syndrome, presumed rare, is present in thousands of children misdiagnosed with cerebral palsy, autism, or other...
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New York Times:

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Outline of a Boy

For Students 9th - 10th
This BBC article offers information on autism, beginning with the assertion that "Research suggests levels of autism have increased by ten-fold over the last decade. But nobody really knows why..."
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Indiana Council of Administrators of Special Education

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Administrators will find information on all facets of special education in the state (e.g., membership rosters, schedules of events, articles on such topics as autism and discipline for students with special needs).
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Fraxa: The Fragile X Research Foundation

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
FRAXA is an organization started by parents in 1994 to support and encourage scientific research aimed at finding a cure for Fragile X, responsible for inherited mental impairment and autism. Access information on Fragile X Syndrome...

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