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Jessica Kinglsey Publishers – This site contains an excellent list of publications covering a broad range of social/behavioral topics including Asperger Syndrome. Prices in UK and US dollars are included and books can be ordered directly off this website. URL - http://www.jkp.com/
O.A.S.I.S. – Online Asperger Syndrome Information & Support. One of the best sites out there for Asperger and Autism information. Includes lists of papers, support groups, schools, camps, clinicians, legal resources, and has an active bulletin board. URL - http://aspergersyndrome.org/
Aspie.com – The Website of Liane Holliday Willey. This site offers visitors a variety of opportunities to connect with Liane Holliday Willey, EdD, internationally acclaimed speaker and author on the subject of Asperger Syndrome. Enjoy the free newsletter, explore the resources, shop for new books, and find out where Liane will be speaking next or how to schedule a speaking engagement. Or subscribe to the website and receive even more information from Liane on Asperger Syndrome, Non-Verbal Learning disabilities (NLD), and Pervasive Developmental Disorders in general. The subscription is $20 a month.
URL - http://www.aspie.com/
The Source, MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome – There is a good list of publications, information sources and contacts on this website. A comprehensive listing of information related to AS and other related developmental disorders is included. URL - http://asperger.org/
Tony Attwood’s Website – This web site is a guide for parents, professionals, people with Asperger Syndrome, and their partners. It contains resources, messages and issues related to AS, and papers on related topics that were written by Dr. Attwood. It also includes a good list of contacts, schools and home schooling options in the United States. URL - http://www.tonyattwood.com.au/
Northern Autism Network – This site focuses on the Northern Michigan area. Included on this website is a list of “Tips.” URL - http://www.northernautismnetwork.org/
ASPEN, Asperger Syndrome Education Network – This site offers educational resources, materials, workshops and seminars for families and individuals with ASD. URL - http://www.autism-mi.org/
Birmingham Maple Clinic – This site offers a list of mental health services and therapists located in the Birmingham, MI area. URL - http://birminghammaple.com/about.htm
Neurodiversity.com – Honoring the Variety of Human writing. A comprehensive list of articles and information covering a broad spectrum of topics including ASD. URL - http://neurodiversity.com/
Autism Connections at Judson Center – Staff at two locations in the Detroit area can address specific needs/concerns and recommend a variety of resources. URL - http://www.judsoncenter.org
GRASP – The Global and Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership. This is an educational and advocacy organization serving individuals on the Autism spectrum. URL - http://grasp.org/
Red River Valley Asperger Network – This site contains a good source of information and support for those affected by AS or ASD in the North Dakota area. It contains a good list of other books, videos and websites. URL - http://www.rrvasperger.org
Mayo Clinic – This site contains a series of articles on AS pertaining to the signs and symptoms, causes, treatment and coping skills. URL - http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/aspergers-syndrome/DS00551
Ontario Adult Autism Research and Support Network – This site has a special focus on adult autism issues. Geographically it focuses on Ontario, Canada, but the information on the site is useful or any one wanting information on AS. URL - http://www.ont-autism.uoguelph.ca/newpage4.shtml
The Gray Center for Social Learning and Understanding - This is a non-profit organization dedicated to individuals with ASD and those who work alongside them to improve mutual understanding. URL - http://www.thegraycenter.org/
Jack’s Place for Autism - Services and support for families of individuals with ASD. Located at Oakland University in Rochester, MI. URL - http://www2.oakland.edu/oakland/ouportal/index.asp?site=82
Canton Aspergers Network – A new group looking to connect families affected by AS. The site is currently under construction but should be up and running soon. URL - http://www.cantonaspergersnetwork.com
Perspectives Social Learning, LLC – This is a program in the Kalamazoo/Portage area designed to help increase social cognition in people with Asperger Syndrome, High Functioning Autism and others with similar social difficulties. Perspectives involves small group instruction (generally by age range) and includes a parental training component to ensure reinforcement and carryover of newly learned strategies to better relate to others. Phone: 269-720-1435 URL - http://www.socialperspectives.com/
