Welcome to ACROSS THE SPECTRUM

Discussion and support for parents & loved ones of children with autistic spectrum disorders and other developmental and behavior disorders such as ADHD, ADD, OCD, PDD, SID, as well as members of the ASD community themselves.  The hosts here have a gavel () next to their names. We are here to give help, friendship, support and information.

Now What??
Advice for Parents of ASD children

What is Autism?:
Separate the Facts from the Myths

Links for Resources:

• Autism Source - Local Resources  New!!
• State by State Guide to Resources
• Developmental Delay Resources (DDR)

Is your birdie leaving the nest soon? Tips for College Students with HFA/Asperger Syndrome Choosing the Right Job for People with Autism by Temple Grandin Got Books? Try These!  Can I Tell You About Asperger Syndrome? by Jude Welton *Personally recommended by forum host  Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew by Ellen Notbohm The Einstein Syndrome by Thomas Sowell, author of Late Talking Children Unraveling the Mystery of Autism by Karyn Seroussi, Foreword by Bernard Rimland Women from Another Planet?  Editted by Jean Kearns Miller Different Treatments There is no cure for autism; however, with appropriate treatment and education, many children with the disorder can learn and develop. Early intervention often can reduce challenges associated with the disorder, lessen disruptive behavior, and provide some degree of independence. List of Therapies Dietary Interventions Glutenfree.com Autism and the Gluten-Free/Casein Free Diet Kinnikinnick Foods Gluten Free/Casein Free Diet Enzyme Therapy Information through: Enzyme Stuff Houston Nutraceuticals Is Bill Gates autistic? Learn more! Einstein and Newton were autistic, too! Secretin - What is it? Mercury Autism Links: Vaccine Information Vaccine Awareness Coalition Since this is a semi-private forum, you must become a member to see the other folders available. If you wish to join please post a message in the Introduce Yourself folder and tell us a little bit about yourself. We also regularly check the visitor log ~ all parents and loved ones of Autism Spectrum Disorder children, and ASD adults themselves, will be given access to the private folders.  Any emails can be directed to towards Caroline (ABBYCAT2) at moret25@hotmail.com.

In memory of Arnie Huberman (AKA Woolybeast)
Rest well, friend.