Autism

==== The Lovaas Institute provides behavioral treatment utilizing the principles of applied behavior analysis. The Lovaas Model of Applied Behavior Analysis has undergone rigorous research at UCLA under the direction of Dr. Lovaas, proving its effectiveness in treating children with autism. ==== **How does it differentiate from other methods?** [|The Lovaas Model of Applied Behavior Analysis] has the most extensive research of any treatment for children with autism. Over 40 years of research has shown that the Lovaas Model in particular is an effective treatment The Lovaas Model of Applied Behavior Analysis has also demonstrated some of the best outcomes for children with autism. The comparison of three common interventions for children with Autism can be found []
 * 1) with progress due to the treatment and not some other variable
 * 2) with effects that last as children grow older, and
 * 3) with replication data from other studies.
 * Submitted by Ruby Reasonover**

**Rena's information on autism.** The following website is Autism Speaks. The function of the following website is to raise awareness about autism. Also the site funds research in the prevention and treatment of autism. The site contains general information about autism and community events that people may participate in. There is also an interactive autism network and an autism video glossary. You may also sign up for a free e-Speaks Newsletter! [] 

 The [|Ian Project] is an online project that brings people whose lives are affected by autism spectrum disorder together with researchers in the search for answers. It is the largest online research effort in the United States. Parents and family members give information about their child and answer questions that researchers have. Anyone concerned can stay up to date on the latest autism research. There is a [|parent video] that everyone should watch. This site is sponsored by Autism Speaks which Rena told us about. [|www.ianproject.org] This information **submitted by Tammy Guthery**.

[|http://www.autism-society.org] This website provides a monthly e-newletters with the most recent hot topics surrounding Autism today. Also you can access the free downloads available on this website.
 * Submitted by Laura Harris**

Autism - KidsHealth from Nemour [] This website is designed for kids, teens, and parents. It will catch the attention of any age group. On the kids page it offers a lot of information about the disease and how to deal with personal issues they may have. It also has an interactive area where kids can play games, do word puzzles and pick certain parts of the body and see how the work. It also offers a great page for teens. The website offers personal information for their age group and anwswers question they may not feel comfortable in asking someone else. It also has a page for parents with a lot of links and it has a link for recipes too.
 * Submitted by Anita Robinson**

[] **This website is an Autism and PDD support network.**

What is Autism? Autism Resources Autism Conferences, Workshops, and Events Tell your Autism Story Here Hot Discussion Topics
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The network would be helpful to parents dealing with the challenges raising a child with autism or autistic characteristics.
 * Submitted by: Susan Riggs**


[] Jenny McCarthy's son suffers from autism. She has become a voice and an advocate for the cause. Watch this interesting video about what she believes is the cause and what she has to say about her son.
 * Submitted By Kristy Harbison** 

= = This is a video I found on youtube of a News video broadcast that shows an autistic childs improvement after receiving stem cell injections. []
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[|**Autism** Web] Parents' guide to the diagnosis, treatment, and education of children with **autism** and Pervasive Developmental Developmental Disorder. This site ialso includes information on books, diet, teaching methods, and resources for parents. [|www.**autismweb.com**]
 * Submitted by Lisa Kennamer**

[] This sight is an Autism Fact Sheet. It includes information on what Autism is and the symptoms of it.
 * Submitted by: Anna McSwain**

Autism Spectrum Disorders (Pervasive Developmental Disorders) This is a website whose goal is to transform the understanding and treatment of mental illness through research. []
 * Submitted by Karen Gallian**

This is a video of Sarah Palin making a statement about Autism at a fundraiser for Autism. Click on the link below to view the video:

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This is a great easy to read article that discusses the language (verbal and nonverbal) aspects of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). There is also a link that allows you to listen to the speech patterns of children with Asperger’s. Click on the link above and scroll down to read the article.

** Submitted by Cathy Brown

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This is a great article provided by the Mayo Clinic that gives a clear description of the characteristics and behaviors of those with autism including social skills, language and behavior. There is also a list of possible health factors that could lead to autism. Submitted by Deb Talley. Type in the content of your page here.