Western New York Teacher Center

Autism Research Institute offers information on current research, literature, material, conferences and resources. Autism Speaks is a website dedicated to the needs of those with autism and their families as well as presenting current research, advocacy, diagnosis and treatment. Another website tracks research studies on autism.  The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development has a website that addresses possible causes and treatments for autism along with current news.      

 

Asperger's Connection offers excellent free short on-line courses that educate and support individuals working with those with Asperger's, along with other resources. 

The O.A.S.I.S. website offers support and information along with diagnostic information and a bookstore.

The British website Asperger's Syndrome Foundation offers numerous articles including subjects such as diagnosis, sensory issues, careers and employment, as well as information for partners of adults with Asperger's.      

 

Teaching students with autism is an article.

O.A.S.I.S. Tips for Teaching Students with Asperger's Syndrome is an article. 

28 Teaching Tips is an article written by the esteemed Dr. Temple Grandin, who was diagnosed with Autism as a young child.  

Autism and the Educational process is a guide to numerous topics and websites.   

Teaching Tips that differentiate Asperger's and Autism differentiates needs within the autism spectrum. 

 

Autism Today contains personal stories, amazing artwork, poems, stories, blogs, current research and articles about autism and Asperger's.   

Articles for Individuals with Asperger's Syndrome or Autism offers a list of articles, some by individuals with autism/Asperger's. 

 

Support Groups

The Parent Network of Western New York offers resources for parents of children with many kinds of special needs, including autism. 

Refer to the parent support page for more support groups, organizations and resources. 

 

Many movies and films address the subject of autism, including HBO's "Temple Grandin" (2010), "Adam" (2009), "Max and Mary" (claymation 2009), "Snow Cake" (2006), "Mozart and the Whale" (2005), "Molly" (1999) and the critically acclaimed "Rain Man"(1988). 

Documentaries about autism include "The Horse Boy" (2009) and "Autism the Musical" (2007) which is about five children with autism who write and produce their own musical. Another documentary "Autism is a World" (2003) tells the story of a girl who who communicates only through a keyboard.