Resources for Parents and Children

May 30, 2006 — -- The following is a collection of resources for those dealing with autism:

Association for Science in Autism Treatment: (ASAT) ASAT supports all scientifically sound research on the prevention, treatments and cure for autism. www.asatonline.org

Autism Speaks An organization committed to changing the future for all who struggle with autism spectrum disorder. Dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments and cure for autism; to raising public awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families and society. Early intervention is the best way to combat autism. www.autismspeaks.org

Cure Autism Now Foundation (CAN) CAN is an organization of parents, clinicians and leading scientists committed to accelerating the pace of biomedical research into autism through raising money for research projects, education and outreach. www.cureautismnow.org

Global and Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership: A group committed to raising awareness about this condition, while including those diagnosed with autism, Asperger syndrome and pervasive developmental disorder on its advisory board and board of directors. www.grasp.org

New Jersey Center for Outreach Services for the Autism Community A nonprofit agency providing family and professional education, services and consultation to New Jersey's autism community. www.njcosac.org

Organization for Autism Research (OAR) Led by parents, grandparents and relatives of children and adults with autism , OAR uses applied science to answer questions for the community. OAR"s Web site offers free online programs that can be downloaded for parents and professionals.http://www.researchautism.org

Online Asperger Syndrome Information and Support: Provides education about the issues surrounding Asperger's and Autism spectrum disorders.