Autism spectrum disorder is a neurological and developmental
disorder characterized by social, communication, and behavioral
challenges. ASD affects how people interact with others, learn and
behave. You can learn more about eligibility for services in Nevada here: https://dhcfp.nv.gov/Pgms/CPT/ABA/
Center for Disease Control (CDC) provides
information about Autism, screening and diagnosis, prevalence data and
statistics, and free fact sheets, materials and media.
Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Autism Spectrum Disorder (en
Español)
For more information about autism for
individuals and families:
CDC
Information on Autism Spectrum Disorder for Families
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
provides information about Autism signs and symptoms, free brochures, and
digital media graphics.
National
Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
IACC is a federal advisory committee that
coordinates national efforts on issues related to Autism. You can find
information about their meetings, research advances in Autism, federal reports
and highlights, events, and resources. Their website also provides information
about Autism in other states: State Resources for
Autism.
Interagency Autism
Coordinating Committee (IACC)
University of Nevada Reno, School of Medicine:
About
Autism | School of Medicine