Autism

Online resource with free videos that offer a comprehensive view of what it is and how to recognize it, and how to navigate it culturally.

Free screening tool that can help determine if a young child could be at risk for autism or needs further testing by a professional. It is available in a plethora of languages.

OAR offers autism resources that can be used by both families and professionals. Resources focus on autism throughout the lifespan. Organization for Autism Research (OAR) 2111 Wilson Boulevard,Suite 401 Arlington, VA 22201 866-366-9710 info@researchautism.org

Located in Baltimore, MD, Kennedy Krieger Institute is an internationally recognized institution dedicated to improving the lives of children and young adults with pediatric developmental disabilities and disorders of the brain, spinal cord and musculoskeletal system, through patient care, special education, research, and professional training. Kennedy Krieger offers patient care, is involved with research and professional training, special education resources, and community initiatives. Kennedy Krieger Institute 707 North Broadway Baltimore, MD 21205 443-923-9200 or TTY 442-923-2645

First Signs is dedicated to educating families and professionals about the early signs of autism and related disorders. Their main goal is to improve screening and referral practices and to lower the age at which young children are identified with autism and related disorders. Firstsigns1@gmail.com

The Children’s National Center for Autism Spectrum Disorder offers information about autism such as causes and treatments. They also run research studies in which individuals can volunteer to participate. CASD has a monthly newsletter which provides tips, events, and autism research highlights. Children’s National Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington D.C., 20010 301-765-5430

CAR offers free research lectures. They strive to help families and individuals living with autism with research. You can find many great resources on treatment methods and current research regarding autism. CAR: The Center for Autism Research at CHOP Roberts Pediatric Research Building 2716 South Street, 5th floor Philadelphia, PA 19146 267-426-7540 autism@email.chop.edu

An online resource that offers comprehensive information about many different aspects of Autism such as therapy options and legalities.

Autism Society provides advocacy, education, information and referral, support, and community at national, state and local levels through our strong nationwide network of Affiliates. They also offer information in Spanish. Autism Society 6110 Executive Boulevard, Suite 305 Rockville, Maryland 20852 1-800-328-8476 info@autismsociety.org