Resources
The Clearinghouse also has numerous outside resources available on topics related to mental health. From websites and guides to help consumers navigate the mental health system, to the latest research on consumer-driven services and systems transformation, our library can help you find the information you need.
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Entries in Autism (15)
Autism Speaks
Research and advocacy organization, begun by family members, offers many resources, including tool kits, referrals, support for families, and more.
Self-Advocacy Booklet for Adults on the Autism Spectrum
Self-advocacy workbook developed by autistic adults and The National Autistic Society (United Kingdom).
Autism, Self-advocacy Autism Self-Advocacy Network (ASAN)
“The Autistic Self Advocacy Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization run by and for Autistic people. ASAN’s supporters include Autistic adults and youth, cross-disability advocates, and non-autistic family members, professionals, educators and friends…. Our activities include public policy advocacy, community engagement to encourage inclusion and respect for neurodiversity, quality of life oriented research, and the development of Autistic cultural activities.”
Autism, Self-advocacy Autism Web: A Parent's Guide to Autism Spectrum Disorders
A community of parents interested in autism, Asperger's syndrome and pervasive developmental disorders. Includes articles, teaching methods, advice, and discussion forums.
The Autism Rights Movement
Article in the May 25, 2008 issue of New York Magazine, written by Andrew Solomon.
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
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.
Autism Autism Research Centre
Research institute at Cambridge University (Great Britain) that focuses on autism, Asperger's and other pervasive developmental disorders.
Asperger's Syndrome Overview
Basic information on Asperger's Syndrome published on the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) Web site.
