UNC-CH - Division TEACCH - Delivers services to people with autism and their families throughout North Carolina, trains professionals and parents about autism and autistics, and publishes research findings from their efforts. Childbrain.com - PDD - Pervasive developmental disorder guide written by Dr. Rami Grossmann. Autism Resources - Links, frequently asked questions, advice from parents, book lists, and articles. Information Headquarters: Autism - Facts and information on Autism. First Signs - A national non-profit organization dedicated to educating parents and pediatric professionals about the early warning signs of autism and other developmental disorders. NPR : Autism - Two new studies on the genetics of autism find that one or more genes may be responsible for the disorder. NPR's Michelle Trudeau reports. [3:26 streaming audio broadcast.] NPR : Study Seeks Accurate Count of Child Autism - In recent years, cases of autism have increased sharply among U.S. children. Experts are unsure whether autism has become more common or just more likely to be recognized. In West Virginia, a federally funded project seeks to get the first accurate count of children with autism. Hear NPR's Jon Hamilton. [8:35 Realaudio broadcast] NPR : Science Friday : Science of Autism - Host Paul Raeburn and guests look at the science of autism. Guests: Susan Folstein, Director, Autism Genetics Research Cooperative, Professor of Psychiatry, Tufts University School of Medicine-New England Medical Center, Boston, Mass.; Andy Shih, Director, Research and Programs, National Alliance for Autism Research, Princeton, NJ; Neal Halsey, Director, Institute for Vaccine Safety, Johns Hopkins University, Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD. [46:53 Realaudio broadcast] NPR : Evidence Suggests Autism Begins in Genes - Researchers studying autism say strong scientific evidence suggests the developmental disability begins in the genes. NPR's Jon Hamilton reports. [4:59 Realaudio broadcast] NPR : Study: Autism More Prevalent than Thought - A new study suggests autism is more common among U.S. children than previously thought. A Centers for Disease Control study finds the rate may be 10 times the rate reported in earlier studies. NPR's Michele Norris talks with the report's lead author, Marshalyn Yeargin-Allsop. [3:49 Realaudio broadcast] NINDS Pervasive Developmental Disorders Information Page - Brief description with some resources and links, compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. NINDS Autism Information Page - Brief description with some resources and links, compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Global Autism Project - Works to address the needs of children with autism in developing countries by setting up partnerships that utilize available local resources, and to educate parents in ways to work with and train their children. Autism Today - Provides articles, news, forums, and conference details. Autism Key - Offers news, videos, message boards, practical information, and support to parents of affected children. Based in the United States. [CDC] Autism Information Center - Information, projects at the Centers for Disease Control and other agencies, state activities, resources, and information for children. The Autism Program - A systems development initiative designed by the Illinois General Assembly to create and enhance community networks that promote best practice in the diagnosis, treatment and education of children with autism spectrum disorders, or ASD. Autism Research Institute - Conducts research, and disseminates 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. Professional Development Certificate in Autism - Six-course certificate program in Autism offered by Pennsylvania State University. Description of program and courses, registration and contact information. University of Wisconsin Press Release: Data provides misleading picture of autism - National special education statistics suggest the country is experiencing an epidemic of autism, but inconsistencies in how the condition is diagnosed throughout the nation's schools, and the fact that the increasing trend for autism coincides with a corresponding slump in the reporting of mental retardation and learning disabilities, challenges the use of special education data to portray such a national epidemic. The Autistic Spectrum - Information about Autism and learn from one parent's personal experiences. Autism Women's Network - Building a community of autistic girls and women, their families, friends and supporters. eMedicine Health - Autism - Overview of autism and its causes, symptoms and treatment. Autism in Children - Essay by Jabeen Obaray of Bryn Mawr College provides an overview of spectrum related disorders, including co-morbid conditions. Avoiding Unfortunate Situations - Information for people with autism and their families on dealing with law enforcement personnel. Includes a handout for police and links to other materials. The New York Times Health News: Autism - News, information, and research on Autism. Autism and Aspergers in the Family - Forum for discussions. Topics include benefits, grants and employment.