This area lists contributions from those with AS and Related Diagnosis and links to webpages and resources that may be of interest to adults seeking information and support. If you have a contribution or a comment concerning this area please send e-mail to bkirby@udel.edu Unless specifically instructed by the individual please send any comments to me and I will make sure appropriate mail is forwarded on to the authors.
GRASP is an organization that is serving individuals on the
autism spectrum, and run BY those individuals. The present focus of the
organization is support and education, but they also have an interest in advocacy
and monitoring of social services and professionals in the field. The basic
philosophy of the GRASP organization is to maximize the positive aspects of AS,
and to minimize the negative aspects. They have local support groups in New York City, Long Island, Southern New
England and a new group is forming to serve the Philadelphia/Southern Jersey/Delaware area. Please visit their web site at:
www.grasp.org
Resources by and for persons on the autistic spectrum.
"The College Internship Program at the Brevard Center provides individualized, post-secondary academic, internship and
independent living experiences for young adults with Asperger's Syndrome and Nonverbal learning differences. With our
support and direction, students learn to realize and develop their potential."
This Canadian business was opened in 1995 to offer a service that helps people
with Asperger Syndrome(AS) and more able autism acquire vocational
skills and find meaningful work. In addition, they present workshops and seminars.
Created by a young adult with AS, this is a New Jersey based web site providing
information, messageboard, and links to resources including local support groups for young adults and parents. Please visit the web site at
Asperger Help Desk
Including on this web site is a collection of her poetry and essays, links to her art, and other AS and art sites.
For information about their program visit their web site at: www.brevardcenter.org
This is the web site for Stephen Shore.
This is the web site for Donna Williams who is
an author of several books and is an adult with autism.
This is the web site for Gisela and Christopher Slater-Walker.
To view this beautifully written and illustrated story, click on the above link. Once you're at
the start page, look to the left handle column. Double click on "photo album" then on "Hill Stuart's
Album".
Liane is an adult with AS, parent of a child with AS and author of the wonderful book
Pretending to be Normal
Link to their
webpage at www.anythingispossible.ca
This is the homepage of Hubert Cross and has a great deal of information not available on other pages. Among other things, it discusses the concept of "mindblindness".
This group is mostly for couples at any level of commitment. The idea is to have list members provide support and advice on navigating the dating jungle, deal with long-term relationship issues surrounding communication and other difficult areas, etc. Married persons may also join if they wish. To access this group go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/joint-AS-HFA-couples/
This group is for much the same purposes as the AS/HFA Couples above, except it's exclusively for married couples. This way if any marrieds feel more comfortable being in a more exclusive group, they have this option. To access this group go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/joint-AS-HFA-marriages/
This forum is a public forum on delphi. However, it is set up for use by adults with AS and related diagnosis. Parents and others are welcome to read the posts, however, actual posting and participation is restricted to those on the spectrum only.
This forum was created so those on the autism spectrum can get together and talk about their lives.The forum owner writes:
Some other forums have Aspies and NT's (otherwise known as neuro-typical or normies) together. I have found that this prevents me, and other Aspies I think, from talking about certain aspects of our lives for concerns on being misunderstood. The forum semi-private. Most of the folders will be restricted access so we can feel free to discuss whatever we wish. I will have one folder remain public so others can find this forum in the search feature.
ANI is a self-advocacy group run by and for autistic persons. This group welcomes families however the main focus of this group is on the issues and needs of individuals on the Autistic Spectrum. This group also sponsors an annual "Autreat". For more information visit their web site at www.ani.ac
These are a series of support lists/forums for individuals with Autism, AS, and Related Disorders. Contact Martijn Dekker for further information. Or, Click Here to go to the website
Autinet is an open discussion list for Autism and Asperger Syndrome. To subscribe send an e-mail to AUTINET.wise@iol.ie telling something of your interest in Autism and Asperger Syndrome and asking to be subscribed. List owner is Peter Wise. To send him an e-mail Click Here Or, to visit the webpage Click Here
This group is for discussion among people with autism and other PDD-spectrum disorders, their parents and relatives, educators, medical practitioners, and other interested people. Talk about these conditions, about treatment options, and about challenges and triumphs, what has helped and what hasn't. Or just chat about anything at all with people who understand.
This forum for asperger/autistic
people, their relatives and others involved with them who practice a
traditional christian life-style.
Go to
http://forums.delphiforums.com/aspautchrist/start
This forums is for asperger/autistic adults who are students in college,
university and other places of education. This is a a place to discuss how
being on the autistic spectrum effects your learning and being among other
students and staff.
Go to
http://forum.delphiforums.com/aspautstudents/start
This is a forum for asperger/autistic people to express their beleifs and
philosophy of life, the world and it's society and about the spirituality
of being the way they are.
Go to http://forums.delphiforums.com/aspautphil/start
This is a forum for people with Asperger's Syndrome (or those with related issues) and their Partners to try learn from each other how to cope, support and to better our relationships. Whether it's marital, girl/boyfriend, or just friendships all related topics are welcome! Go to: http://forums.delphiforums.com/asandpartners/start
This forum is for spouses and partners of individuals with autism spectrum disorders. The focus of this
group is support for the partners.
Go to http://forums.delphiforums.com/ASPartners
Visit their web site at
AS Partners
Sponsored by ASPIRES (Asperger Syndrome Partners & Individuals Resources, Encouragement and Support), an on-line resource for spouses and family members of adults diagnosed or suspected to be on the autistic spectrum. The approach of this group is directed towards solving problems in relationships. The listserv is a closed, subscription list hosted by FEAT. The list is owned and administered by Linda Newland. Email her at OPU@PEAK.org
Individuals wishing to join must contact Linda with introductory
information and use their own names and true addresses. Applicants must
agree to ASPIRES membership terms and conditions. Maintaining all
members' sense of safety and confidentiality is the prime administrator's
criterion for continued individual membership.
Click Here
to sign up for the listserv.
This organization is for families of adults with AS. Their web site is www.faaas.org
Children with AS do grow up. Some of them go on to have children. What then?
This is an online forum open to people over 18, most of whom identify as NT, and who had one or both parents/ carers on the Autistic Spectrum. Over the past 2 years we have built up a great deal of insight into the effects of AS parents on their children . We offer support, information, and healing. Our next step is to empower our members to advocate for children raised in AS homes, as this is a major issue that the AS community needs to be aware of. If you would like to join ASpar or just find out more, the ASpar homepage is at http://www.aspar.klattu.com.au
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