Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)

Autism and related conditions are called Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). These are developmental difficulties in social communication (such as difficulties maintaining relationships and interpreting nonverbal social cues) and restricted/repetitive behaviors (such as stereotypies or self-stimulation).

General Information and Resources for Patients and Families

• Asperger/Autism Network (AANE)
• Autism Services, Inc.
• Autism Society of America
• Autism Speaks
• First Signs Autism Navigator
• Pathfinders for Autism

Local Resources

• The Autism Spectrum Disorders Center
• Canisius Institute for Autism Research
• Quality Services for the Autism Community (QSAC)
• The Summit Center

Information about Treatment

• The Interactive Autism Network
• National Standards Project
• The National Professional Development Center for ASD
• Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI) Autism Internet Modules