With new research suggesting that many nonverbal children with autism eventually develop speech, even after the age of 4 years, Autism Speaks published this list of 7 suggestions for facilitating speech development. Item 7 confirms what research has shown for years – that assistive devices can actually help foster speech development. This article also links

Autism Speaks has published a toolkit for dealing with challenging behaviors.  The toolkit is available for download here: http://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/tool-kits/challenging-behaviors-tool-kit

Here is a toolkit from Autism Speaks about AS and HFA.  The toolkit includes explanations of the two diagnoses, ideas for school and information about transitioning into adulthood.  Here is the toolkit: http://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/tool-kits/asperger-syndrome-and-high-functioning-autism-tool-kit

Deciding whether you should use medication to help treat your child’s behavioral challenges can be a daunting task.  This tool kit from Autism Speaks can help you to make the best decision for you and your child.  Here is the link: http://www.autismspeaks.org/science/resources-programs/autism-treatment-network/tools-you-can-use/medication-guide

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Take a look at the free School Community Tool Kit from Autism Speaks. It was designed to help educate regular education teachers and school staff about how to best teach and support students with autism. Autism Speaks also has a Back to School Tips page on their website. http://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/tool-kits/school-community-tool-kit

Autism Speaks has new, free tool kits for parents on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Behavioral Heath Treatments, and Toilet Training. Check them out!  Here is the link: http://www.autismspeaks.org/science/resources-programs/autism-treatment-network/atn-air-p-applied-behavior-analysis