Asperger Syndrome

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• Where to Go to Chat with Others
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Who to Contact

MAAP Services for the Autism and Asperger Syndrome
P.O. Box 524
Crown Point, IN 46307 USA
219-662-1311 (phone)
219-662-0638 (fax)
E-mail: chart@netnitco.net
Website: http://maapservices.org/

MAAP Services for the Autism and Asperger Syndrome is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing information and advice to families of More advanced individuals with Autism, Asperger's syndrome, and Pervasive developmental disorder (PDD). Through its quarterly newsletter, The MAAP, the organization provides the opportunity for parents and professionals to network with others in similar circumstances and to learn about more advanced individuals within the autism spectrum.

MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Spectrum supports families of more advanced individuals within the autism spectrum and the professionals who work with and for them by:

• Producing The MAAP, a quarterly newsletter. The newsletter allows subscribers to exchange information, learn about issues related to autism spectrum disorders, and share with others who face similar challenges. The MAAP has reached over 10,000 individuals and families in 45 countries.
• Distributing printed materials relevant to more advanced individuals with autism, Asperger's Syndrome, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder.
• Responding to phone calls, letters and e-mail from family members, professionals, and individuals with autism who need advice or information.
• Presenting information at conferences, workshops, and meetings of parent and community groups.
  

Where to Go to Network with Others

• AS & Proud of it
  This is a list for those with Asperger's Syndrome or their families. This list is to encourage us to look for the positives in our situations, learn as much as we can & above all SUPPORT one another through difficult times.
• AS Learning At Home
  This is a list for mom's who homeschool their children who have been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome(AS) (mild autism). This list is only for those who curently homeschool or are SERIOUSLY considering homeschooling. There are other lists available to those who have Asperger's children in public school and that is a very different situation. This list is for support and encouragement -- sharing joys and frustrations of homeschooling our "special" children.
• Aspergers Support
  A support list for parents of children with Asperger's Syndrome or High Functioning Autism.
• Shadow Syndrome Kids
  Do you have a child that has been diagnosed with mild forms of disorders like Asperger's Syndrome,CAPD,SID,ADD, ADHD and others. Or does your child have a number of comorbid syndromes making it difficult to understand what is going on with him/her. This list is intended for parents of MILDLY affected children of varying syndromes/disorders who feel that many of the other email lists are too strong or do not give you the right support.
  
• PDD-BPkids
  This group is for parents of children diagnosed with both a form of PDD (Pervasive Developmental Disorder or Autistic Spectrum Disorders, such as Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, PDD-NOS, Rhett's Syndrome or Childhood Disintigrative Disorder) and BP (Bipolar Disorder). Join us as we share our experiences with our unique children and gain insight from each other as to what makes our kids tick. Members from all over the country (world!) are welcome.
  
  
  
  

Learn More About It

• Asperger Syndrome Information Page
  National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
• Asperger's Syndrome - What is it?
• Educational Implications for Students with Asperger's Syndrome
• Teaching Strategies for Asperger's Students
  
• Asperger's Syndrome FAQ
  From School Psychologist Files
• Frequently Asked Questions on Asperger Syndrome
• Diagnostic Criteria of Asperger's Disorder
• Asperger's Syndrome from MedlinePlus

Web Sites

• ASPEN Asperger Syndrome Education Network
• Asperger's Syndrome Resources
• Aspies for freedom
• Asperger Services Australia
• Asperger's Syndrome Support Network - Australia
• University Students with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome
• Asperger's Syndrome - A Closer Look

• Families of Adults Afflicted with Asperger's Syndrome
• Wrong Planet
  WrongPlanet.net is a web community designed for individuals with Asperger's Syndrome. We provide a forum, where members can communicate with each other, an article section, where members may read and submit essays or how-to guides about various subjects, and a chatroom for real-time communication with other Aspies.
• A.P.S.A. Asociación Portuguesa Síndrome Asperger Portugal
   
  
  
  

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