Getting help for a child with autism

[Amethyst Rose]

In recognition of World Autism Awareness Day April 2, CNN reports on the global impact, latest science and controversies related to the brain disorder.

Story Highlights
Autism is a brain disorder associated with range of developmental problems
If you think your child has autism, consider documenting behaviors with video, letters
Early intervention is critical, puts parents in touch with service providers


http://www.cnn.com/2008/HEALTH/conditions/03/25/ep.autism.advocacy/index.html

[WitchOfEndor]

If it's ok, I'd like to add a link.

http://www.autismspeaks.org/

[SphinYote]

http://www.wrongplanet.net/

Also a good site. Has a posting forum which is for both people with Autistic spectrum disorders (primarily Aspergers), and their parents/caretakers.

[WitchOfEndor]

Thanks for sharing that link Yote. i really look forward to taking a look at it with my daughter. :)

[SphinYote]

Thanks for sharing that link Yote. i really look forward to taking a look at it with my daughter. :)

Take care that you look at it yourself, first....there's a lot of good stuff, but also a lot of rants (plus you'll probably eventually come across the whole debate about "Why people wigh Aspergers are better than normal people", which has some interesting points, but is a little bit....er...extreme at times).

[WitchOfEndor]

Oh I will check it out & only show Katie the things that will give her a boost & let her know she's not alone that there are other people out there like her. :) Thanks again!

[Lunacie]

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Special-Needs-Kids (http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Special-Needs-Kids)

Yep, another link. My daughter is one of the hosts on this radio-blog-show. She got involved because my oldest granddaughter has ADHD and my youngest granddaughter has been diagnosed with Autism. There have been some great discussions and some really helpful information shared on the program. Lots of support for families who are dealing with these issues. The programs are archived so you can read back through them. And they are looking for folks to call in and share their experiences and helpful tips, don't have to be an expert.

Hugs to all these special kids, and to the families who love 'em. :hugz: