Sources for information ABOUT OUR AUTISM

• Aspergers Experts  Danny and his Aspergers team provide a variety of support from those with lived experience based in the USA
• My Aspergers Child a US website with helpful articles about children with Aspergers

• AsperChild AspergerChild.com's aim is to provide parents, carers, families, educators and professionals with reliable information and support in their journey with Asperger's Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Condition, High Functioning Autism and other 'Pervasive' conditions

• www.yourlittleprofessor.com American website focussing on resources and academic programs for children with AS. The site contains some great articles about various aspects of AS, such as denying diagnosis, sensory integration, bullying, managing fixations, and ideal gifts for child
• AANE:  The Asperger / Autism Network (AANE) based in New England USA works with individuals, families, and professionals to help people with Asperger Syndrome and similar autism spectrum profiles build meaningful, connected lives
• Aspergers101  A resource for all sorts of Aspergers Information. Founder Jennifer Allen retired recently. 
• Autism Victoria now trading as Amaze great local content, well presented, with up to date information on seminars, conferences, research opportunities. Designed with the different needs of parents, professionals, individuals with Autism, and students in mind.
• Positive Partnerships: a critical resource for parents, carers and supporters about supporting their autistics

• Aspergers Support Author Craig Kendall has produced a great Facebook resource. Articles previously on Craig's website can be accessed here: Expert Authors

• Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre The Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC) was established to advance knowledge on the nature and causes of Autism Spectrum Disorders, as well as to develop and study evidence-based strategies for supporting affected individuals & families
  

• Autism Help Australian-based website with large volume of info from Australia and overseas. Tabs with practical information and "fact sheets" on many topics for adults & children with AS, as well as for parents, carers, teachers & employers. Free access philosophy.

• Raising Children With Autism an Australian Government supported website showing the various pathways through diagnosis and support

• Find NDIS Offices & Contacts in your area

• Directory of ASD Assessments and Services Eastern Region

• From Quirky.Stimmy.Coolvia NeuroClastic, "How Do I Tell My Autistic Child About Autism?" 

• The Autistic Self Advocacy Network, "Welcome To The Autistic Community," a plain language guide. It is for anyone who is Autistic, thinks they might be Autistic or wants to provide better support to the Autistic people in their lives 
• Reframing Autism, "Talking To Children About Autism." a step-by-step guide on how to introduce and normalise differences from a very young age and help Autistic children embrace who they are. 

• Ability Links: The Flipside - jobs where Aspergers people can show case their brilliant skills

• Gateways Support Services an organisation dedicated to helping communities to better include and accommodate individuals and families with special needs. The Autism Help section of their website gives valuable information and printable resources for parents, teachers

• aspergertoolbox.blogspot Kris, mother of an aspie, blogs about schools, homework help, social skills classes, siblings issues, theatre sports, etc.

• The Do's and Don't's After an Autism Diagnosis 

• New from Pandas online, "Autism Acceptance 2022: The NeuroBears", a wonderful video that explains Autism and Neurodiversity with an online storyboard  here
  

• ABC Ramp Up - Website is an archive of 3 1/2 years of discussions and conversations regarding disability with Stella Young, who sadly passed away in 2014

• GRASP - Global and Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership New York based GRASP’s mission is to improve the lives of adults and teens on the autism spectrum through community outreach, peer supports, education, and advocacy.

• Affective Deprivation Disorder definition

• Unique U Psychology A private clinic working with clients on the spectrum. Also offers a specialised service for girls and women with ASD

• Specialist Schools in Victoria  search for the closest special school via post code

• Autistic Self Advocacy Network ASAN AU/NZ is run by Australian and New Zealander Autistic adults who have been involved in self- advocacy for a number of years and invites membership from Autistic and Asperger youth and adults who wish to receive support to engage in self-advocacy.

• Werribee AS Adults Catriona's site for the Werribee AS Adults.
• Asperger Services Australia Formerly known as ASSN Queensland website and was set up by some former Aspergers Victoria volunteers
• Asperger Syndrome Education Network ASPEN American support group
• OASIS @ MAAP The old OASIS site, now merged with US based MAAP support group
• Aspergers Syndrome Me UK UK Parents have pulled together information they've found useful for their son with Aspergers.

• Autism Aspergers Advocacy Australia  Autism Aspergers Advocacy Australia (A4) is focused on systemic advocacy for people with an autism spectrum condition and their families
• Autism Awareness  provides information about Autism
• Autism Speaks America's largest autism science and advocacy organisation, dedicated to funding research, increasing awareness of, and advocating for some of the autism community. Some good resources available but mentions 'cures' and not well regarded by autistic community
• Yellow Ladybugs supporting women and girls with autism
• I Can Network who empower students with autism in schools. 
• Pathological Demand Avoidance Australia and NZ who provide information and support for families with PDA characteristics. 

Professionals Working in the Aspergers Field

• Tony Attwood Tony is a global professional expert on Aspergers and capable autistics with lived experience in his family

• Allied Health Professionals Helping Children with Autism An excellent site describing the pathways to access psychologists, occupational therapists and speech pathologists. Covers all Australian states and territories.

• Sue Larkey Autism spectrum specialist, teacher and author, Sue Larkey's website has many resources, seminar information and tip sheets, focussing on helping kids with ASDs in the school environment.

• Speaking of Speech Free downloads for social speech skills and social stories

• Melbourne Cognitive Psychology A psychology service specialising in adolescents and adults with Aspergers,

• Government Factsheet for Health Professionals

Sites by AUTISTIC Individuals

• Dave Spicer

• Donna Williams (dec'd)

• Wendy Lawson

• Liane Holliday-Willey

• AJ Mahari

• Daniel Tammet

• Marc Segar A Survival Guide for People with Asperger Syndrome. This helpful handbook is designed to provide a general guide for those wth Aspergers/Autism.

• Damian Smith Sydney based Comedian, Actor, Writer and Motivational Speaker 'blessed with Aspergers'
  

• Dr Wenn Lawson, a wonderful chat about "What It Means To Be Autistic"- a gentle video is geared toward Autistic children

• Kieran Rose (The Autistic Advocate) via Therapist Neurodiversity Collective, "Actually Autistic Advice" for explaining Autism to a newly diagnosed young adult - via an infographic)
  

For Partners

• ASPIA Asperger Syndrome Partner Information Australia, providing supportive information and contacts for partners of adults with Asperger's Syndrome

• Aspires On-line resource for spouses and family members of adults diagnosed or suspected

• Aspergers Diary Life through the lens of Aspergers, with a focus on adult relationship issue

Bookshops & Books

• That Au-some Book Club via Not An Autism Mom : "100-ish Inclusive Children’s Books on Autism and Neurodiversity" (for young people of all ages). There are also links to recommended books for adults.

• The Australian Autism Handbook official website Handbook official website, with extracts, authors' blog, and content updates

• PeopleMaking Camberwell specialist bookshop with large range of ASD related titles

• Resources at Hand ASD focussed bookshop based in Brisbane, Queensland

Forums / Online Communities

• Aspies for Freedom

• Wrong Planet

• SANE Australia Online Communities SANE Australia is developing an online community service for carers, and for people living with mental illness. The service will allow adults to safely and anonymously share stories, ask questions, and help support one another.

For Teachers

• Teaching Autism Students in Inclusive Classrooms
  
• DET resources 
  
• Positive education approaches
  
• Tips for teaching autistics
  
• Inclusive approaches for teaching neurodiverse students
  
• Sue Larkey's Teachers resource centre