Asperger Syndrome: For Patients and Consumers

General Information

• Autism Society of America, also called the Autism Society, provides the latest information regarding treatment, education, research, and advocacy.
• FirstSigns.org offers general information on autism, with a focus on the early signs of the disorder.
• Visit Concerns About a Child to learn about the symptoms of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) and how to observe them and communicate about them to others.
• The Diagnosis and Treatment section offers some suggestions for parents.
• The National Institute on Dental and Craniofacial Research offers material on dental hygiene for individuals with developmental disabilities at Dental Care Every Day: A Caregiver's Guide to Dental Health.
• The Online Asperger Syndrome Information and Support Center provides details about Asperger syndrome and ASD issues, diagnoses, and support.

Services, Resources, and Support

• Autism Speaks funds autism research, works to increase awareness of ASDs, and advocates for the needs of individuals with autism and their families.
• Visit the Family Services Resource Guide to find local services.
• Autism Speaks Community Pages offers ways to get involved.
• The National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities section on Autism lists selected parent and support organizations for autism and related disorders.
• The U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs Technical Assistance and Dissemination Network, is a gateway to programs providing resources and further assistance to governments, school systems, parents, and others involved in special education.

Please note: Links to organizations and information included on this page do not indicate endorsement from the NICHD, NIH, or HHS.