Autism Research
RESEARCH-FOCUSED WEBSITES: These sites include as a primary focus, research information related to discovering the causes, effective treatments, and possible cures for Autistic Spectrum Disorders.
> The Autism Research Network
OVERVIEW This network is supported by grants from the United States National Institute of Health. It is in response to the United States' Children Health Act of 2000. The purpose of the website is to provide information about current research studies related to Autism that are supported by NIH funds. Current studies involve collaborations amongst many research hospitals across the US. As a result, these studies follow strict scientific methodology procedures.
http://www.autismresearchnetwork.org/AN/default.aspx
> A+ Autism Collaboration
OVERVIEW This parent-driven organization was created to meet the needs of parents frustrated by the direction of autism research. Their goal is to focus research and research funds toward helping the largest number of ASD individuals as quickly as possible. Using the US Department of Defense model of "research for a specific purpose", they meet yearly to determine need, define research goals, and choose specific projects. The panel includes parents and professionals with strong ties to the Autism Community. Groups that participate in this collaboration include:
The Autism Research Institute
The Autism Society of America
Autism One
MediGenesis
Safe, Minds
Generation Rescue
The National Autism Association
Talk About Curing Autism
Unlocking Autism
Treating Autism
The Autism Trust
MINDD Foundation
Emergenz Autismo
DISCLAIMER: Many of these organizations have very strong beliefs about the causes and/or treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorders. Some members, although truly interested in helping, may appear argumentative rather than supportive when discussing their opinions. It may be less stressful if you peruse the websites before you make direct contact. This way you can locate the group that most accurately shares your views about ASD, its cause(s), and effective treatment(s).
http://www.autism.org
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