Publishes The ANDI News, a newsletter containing recipes,
research updates, and articles by parents and physicians;
edited by Karyn Seroussi and Lisa Lewis, frequent featured
speakers at conferences on autism and developmental
disorders.
MSG Truth.org www.MSGTruth.org
The information on msgtruth.org is a culmination of the important independent research regarding the food additive Monosodium Glutamate.
MSGTruth.org is a not-for-profit site created by former food process engineer and food scientist, Carol Hoernlein. MSGtruth.org was designed to help the public grapple with all the latest scientific information regarding monosodium glutamate and make sense of it all.
MSG and Autism MSG and Autism BREAKING NEWS: The most recent research as of February 17, 2007 shows that two areas of the genome have been found to play a role in autism. This is a huge vindication for those of us who have long suspected free glutamic acid plays a role in the rise of autism. See the following link to the Scientific American article:
The Autism Research Institute www.autism.com/ari/
Fax: 619-563-6840
Provides information about autism research and treatment,
including alternative therapies. Organizes the annual DAN!
(Defeat Autism Now) conference.
National organization serving individuals with autism and
their families by providing information, conferences and
publications. Local chapters in 48 states. 1-800-328-8476
Families for Early Autism
Treatment http://www.feat.org/
Provides education, advocacy and support for the autism
community. Publishes the FEAT Daily OnLine Newsletter.
AutismWeb http://www.autismweb.com/ A Parents' Guide to Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD) One of the top web sites for information on on Autism and Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD).
Warning Signs: Should my child be tested for autism or Pervasive Developmental Disorder?
What's Autism and PDD?: How are they treated? Tips for parents and teachers.
Teaching Methods: What's the best way to teach children with autism spectrum disorders? Reviews of Applied Behavior Analysis, Verbal Behavior, TEACCH, Floortime, Sensory Integration Therapy and Relationship Development Intervention methods.
Diet and Supplements: Can a diet free of gluten and milk improve the symptoms of autism and PDD? What about vitamins, supplements and enzymes?
Autism Bookstore: Best books and videos on ABA, diagnosing PDD, diets, speech, sensory integration, toilet training, siblings, Asperger's Syndrome, social skills and biomedical treatments.
Message Board: Ask a parent! Visit our active public forum on autism, PDD and Asperger's Disorder.
Resources: How to find autism support groups in your area, plus links for special education help, picture symbols, research groups, and help finding autism agencies, services and funds.
Autism News: The latest medical research news about autism and PDD.
Conferences: Calendar of workshops for parents and professionals on diagnosing and treating autism spectrum disorders, special education, speech therapy, social skills, sensory integration, and biomedical treatment.
Future Horizons http://www.futurehorizons-autism.com/
1-800-489-0727
Hosts 14 educational conferences each year. Publishes a
large library of autism-related books.
Gluten Free Casein Free Diet http://www.gfcfdiet.com/
Gluten Free Casein Free Diet Support Group website.
The Feingold Association of the
USA http://www.feingold.org/
1-800-321-3287
Non-profit foundation dedicated to helping children and
adults apply proven dietary techniques for better behavior,
learning and health. Publishes Pure Facts, an informative
newsletter; the regularly updated brand-name Foodlist &
Shopping Guide; and other information on diet for ADHD,
autism, PDD, asthma, etc.