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National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
NIMH is the Federal agency that conducts research on the causes, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders; distributes free publications on various mental disorders to the general public; and provides research and scientific materials for professionals. The web site offers up-to-date information on mental health research, related publications, and links to related sites.
National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDD)
A service of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, NCBDD works to promote the healthy development of babies, children, and adults and to prevent birth defects. The web site provides extensive information on topics relating to childhood diseases and developmental disorders, including autism. Includes information in Spanish and a section for Kids.
National Alliance for Autism Research (NAAR)
NAAR is the first organization in the United States dedicated to funding and accelerating the pace of biomedical research focusing on autism spectrum disorders. The web site provides background information about autism, as well as information about current autism news, the annual fundraising walk, research funding opportunities, relevant legislative issues, and related parent/education, research, and government links.
Center for the Study of Autism (CSA)
CSA provides information about autism to parents and professionals and conducts research on the efficacy of various therapeutic interventions. The web site offers educational and research materials on autism and related disorders, interventions, and how to function in school and at work, as well as other autism-related resources on the Internet. Provides an overview of autism in English, Spanish, Chinese, Italian, Japanese, and Korean.
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
A part of the National Institutes of Health, NINDS is the Nation's leading authority for biomedical research on the brain and related neurological disorders. The web site provides information on past and current research studies associated with brain development and disorders, including autism. Also provides information for potential subjects about ongoing research studies.
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