Autism and other Resources

 The Asperger/Autism Network (AANE) helps people with Asperger's or similar autism spectrum disorders and neurodiverse profiles build meaningful, connected lives. They provide individuals, families, and professionals with information, education, community, support, and advocacy.  

 The Autism Society of Florida (an affiliate of the national Autism Society) strives to assure full participation and self-determination in every aspect of life for people across the autism spectrum. The society offers individuals, families, and professionals information on autism throughout the lifespan, resources and support groups, and initiatives for advocacy and training. 

 Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. This is carried out through advocacy and support, increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism, and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. Autism Speaks offers information specifically for those experiencing a new autism diagnosis. 

 The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) provides support and assistance with the goal of optimizing the potential of people with autism and related conditions. The CARD website provides information that connects families to local, state, and federal agencies, support groups, and training on how to work effectively with individuals with autism and related conditions. 

 The Florida Department of Financial Services, Division of Consumer Services hosts a website for individuals with ASD and their families. This website offers resources and support on insurance policies and benefits available to individuals diagnosed with ASD.  

 The US Autism Association's mission is to provide opportunity for all individuals on the autism spectrum to achieve their fullest potential. The association works towards their goal by expanding and enriching the autism community through education, training, resources, and connection to support for individuals and their families. 

 ADHD Resources on Benefits.gov

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects children, young adults, and adults. It can be difficult to handle symptoms alone, but there are resources to help. Learn more about ADHD and other mental health resources.

ASD Sleep Help Guide

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has been diagnosed in around 2 million people in the United States. It is indeed a spectrum, and people with an ASD diagnosis can have wildly different issues and challenges.

However, around half of all children diagnosed with ASD also experience sleep issues. Typically, they have issues falling asleep and don’t experience restful sleep, which can cause their other issues to worsen. This is also true of adults with ASD.

Seniors on the Autism Spectrum

 Seniors across the country deal with numerous physical and mental health conditions every day that have been heavily studied, but there is not nearly as much research on the experience of those who are on the spectrum. Better understanding what autism looks like in seniors and how it may impact their lives can help make a difference for both them and their families. 

What's New?

ADHD Across the Lifetime: A Toolkit for Partner Organizations.

Trends in Prescription Stimulant Fills Among Commercially Insured Children and Adults — United States, 2016–2021.

Why Family Health History is Important if Your Child has Attention and Learning Problems.

Interactive web tool to promote emotional well-being and resilience for children and teens.

Patterns of problems with school and relationships in children with ADHD and Tourette syndrome.