Asperger’s Aid Information and advice for families affected by Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder

The mother of an autistic boy took advantage of being a lawyer and wrote a bill requiring insurers to cover treatment. More here.

Tomorrow, April 2, marks the observance of the first World Autism Awareness Day, which is sponsored by the United Nations. The celebration is a worldwide event encouraging improved research studies and technology, as well as increased awareness and compassion. My hope is that it will help us gain knowledge and understanding of and responsiveness to Autism. While there is controversy within the Autism community, more knowledge, more awareness, more activity and more compassion is great for everyone.

Could autism and schizophrenia be cousins?

More on The Hannah Poling Case.

One CNN manager recently learned — at 48 — that she has Asperger’s syndrome. Here, she shares an inside view of life with the condition.

A CNN.com Health article on how people with autism spectrum disorders are finding solace in a game called Second Life. Read more here.

An excellent primer, here.

An exhaustive article on what might lie ahead.

Read more here.

A Seattle Times article on the Pacific Learning Center, which offers some hope on what might be possible in the near future.