Autism & PTSD Resources:
Medical and Legal

Where to get help for Autism and PTSD sufferers

Suffering from any type of illness or health condition can take a toll on your life in numerous ways. If you have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder or have a child with an autism spectrum disorder, you may be facing medical or legal challenges. It's vital to become educated on various medical and legal topics surrounding these conditions to ensure that you get the proper treatment and services you or your child deserve. The following resources can help to remove the stigma and misconceptions that often surround autism and PTSD. For more related resources go to:

• Adolescent Self-Harm Disorder 
• Natural Ways to Lower Anxiety 
• Child Support With Special Needs 
• Elderly Care 

These Autism and PTSD resources should help you improve your understanding of Autism and PTSD, while providing numerous points of references that provide advice, guidance, legal, medical and parental help online. (Image: Karelinlestrange, Pixabay)

Autism Help Resources

What is Autism?
No two children may have exactly the same autism symptoms or the same experience, yet it is a disorder shared among many.

After the Autism Diagnosis: Staying Connected as a Couple
There are six stages of grief and acceptance when couples learn that autism has become a part of their world.

The Guide to Securing Life-long Accommodations for Adult Children with Special Needs
Figure out the care plan for your adult-dependent child to ensure the have always the best care.

When an Autism Diagnosis Comes in Adulthood
What happens to people who don't get diagnosed with autism until they're adults.

Creating a Sensory-Friendly Home for Your Autistic Child
How to create in your home an environment optimized to meet the sensory needs of an autistic child.

The Guide to Buying Used Accessible Vehicles
Three steps to finding the best value used accessible vehicle for you and your family.

Supporting Individuals on the Autism Spectrum Coping with Grief and Loss through Death or Divorce
How children and adults on the autism spectrum experience loss and deal with grief, due to death or divorce.

Home Modifications for Autistic Kids
Creating a home where your child can thrive with a disability

Temple Grandin's Teaching Tips
Teaching tips for children and adults with autism

Legal Resources for Autism and PTSD

Estate Planning for Parents of Kids with Autism
What it means to plan your estate when you have a child with autism

Elder Law Attorneys in Burbank, California
Collection of elder law lawyers located in or around Burbank, California.

Specialized Computer Solutions for Your Business 
Fleming Associates provides Managed Information Technology & Network Support, Services & Solutions in the Los Angeles area.

Trial Lawyer Exhibit Production Services - Beverly Hills 
Executive Presentations provides lawyers in Southern California with effective courtroom presentations, graphic boards, 3D animation, and more.

Law Considers Post Traumatic Stress Disorder 
The Ohio State Bar Association provides information on PTSD and how it's recognized by the law.

PTSD in the Criminal Justice System 
This article discusses the growing number of people with PTSD in the criminal justice system due to criminal acts.

Is It Medical Malpractice? Autism-Vaccine Link 
Learn more about the link between autism and vaccines in this WebMD special report.

Autism Insurance Laws - What's Changed, What Hasn't? 
Better understand the impact of the Affordable Care Act on autism treatment coverage.

When you're faced with legal and medical challenges for your loved ones, seek professional help that's available online from many resources.

Medical Help Resources

CDC Autism Links and Resources
Centres for Disease Control and Prevention - links to other autism resources

Homeless Veterans Outreach - Legal and Medical Resources 
Operation Chillout provides a list of resources, including health sites, homeless support groups, veterans support, and more.

PTSD Information and Medical Help
This detailed page gives general information about PTSD, as well as treatment methods, training materials, and additional resources.

Emotional Problems, Medical Malpractice Support and Other Resources
Find contacts, links and resources on a wide range of topics, including emotional problems, medical malpractice and more.

Disability Medical Benefits for U.S. Veterans
This disability help site provides resources and benefits for U.S. veterans with disabilities.

Child Rearing Issues and Links to Medical Resources
Here you'll find a wide range of links for parents, such as links to autism, childcare, education, mental health, military families, PTSD, and travel.

Traumatic Stress Medical and Recovery Resources
The Association of Traumatic Stress Specialists offer organizational resources, programs, articles and videos relating to traumatic stress.

Medical and Law Information After an Auto Accident
These resources and links can help you better understand the claims process after a vehicle accident.

Sites and Medical Resources for Military Families
These resources for military families include child deployment support and other helpful links.

Transitions of Military Veterans Resources
This page has a plethora of resources that provide all types of services, such as employment, financial, mental health, and mentorships.

Veterans Helping Veterans - Health and Medical Resources
Veterans to Veterans offer links to federal and state agencies, military ministries, national service organizations, and other resources.

Information and Support for Veterans and Families
The Family Alliance for Veterans of America provides information, advocacy, education, and support to veterans and their families.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Information and Self-Care
Learn more about PTSD and how you can begin treatment at home.

PTSD Medical Treatments and Drugs
Learn what treatment and drugs are available for treating PTSD.

Parental Help Resources

Autism Resources for Families
Included "A Parent's Guide to Evidence-based Practice and Autism" free to download.

Sesame Street Autism Resources for Parents
Sesame Stree and Autism celebrates the uniqueness of each and every child.

Moving with Special Needs Kids
A guide for parents to ensure your special child's needs are met when moving

Operation Autism for Military Families
Resource Guide for military families touched by autism, with ready references for services and support.

Reduce the Noise: Help Loved Ones with Sensory Overload Enjoy Shopping
What is Sensory Overload and how to help the loved ones with it enjoy shopping

Resources for Churches and Parents on Autism
This page provides a list of websites for churches and parents regarding autism, education and programs.

Parent Resources on Education, Safety, Health and Medical Topics
Amesbury Public Library has a special collection of resources for parents relating to children with special needs and behavioral issues.

Special Education Law and Autism Awareness
Families of children with autism can benefit from these resources on autism spectrum disorders.

Autism Speaks - Medical Treatments and Therapies for Autism
Learn about autism treatment options and what early intervention therapies are available.

As a parent you will often need help and assistance with family problems, with numerous resources readily available online.

Parent's Guide to Autism Support and Treatment
Get information on autism treatment and support in this detailed parent's help guide.

Advice for Parents of Young Autistic Children
The Autism Research Institute offers advice for parents of young autistic children on everything from speech development to education and behavioral approaches.

Medical Intervention for Underlying Conditions in Autistic Children
Learn the importance of treating underlying medical issues in children with autism spectrum disorders.

Autism's Medical Gut-Brain Connection
Learn about the connection between the gut and brain in autistic individuals and how different gut bacteria could be contributing to the disorder.

Vitamin D and Autism
This page discusses the relation between low vitamin D levels and a higher risk of autism.

Parent Information and Resources - Autism
The Center for Parent Information and Resources offers a detailed fact sheet about autism.

Therapy and Medical Treatment Approaches for Autism
First Signs provides a web page of treatment information for children with developmental delays and disorders.

Parent's Guide to Autism Therapy and Treatment Options
Learn about the wide range of treatments available to children with autism.

Autism Interventions, Medical Treatments and Therapies
Research Autism lists types of autism interventions, treatments and therapies and how they are used to benefit autistic children.

Support for Parents with Special Needs Kids
Here you'll find a list of suggestions for parents with special needs kids on how to make day-to-day life a little easier.

Autism and Insurance Coverage State Laws
Here you'll find a list of U.S. states that specifically require insurance coverage for individuals with autism with a statute summary for each state.

The Legal Rights of Children with Autism
This page contains an interview with Jill G. Escher regarding the legal rights of children with autism.

The Affordable Care Act, Autism and Related Conditions
Learn more about the Affordable Care Act and important provisions for individuals with autism and related medical conditions.

Learning About Autism
The National Human Genome Research Institute has compiled information relating to the symptoms, treatment, and possible causes of autism.

A Substance Abuse Guide for Parents
The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University examined the link between learning disability and substance abuse, concluding that there is need for action to protect special needs children from falling prey to drug, alcohol and tobacco use. The above guide was created to assist parents in their efforts to educate their children on the dangers of substance abuse.

More Autism Resources

'Thanks again for all you do for the special needs community. In the wake of Autism Awareness Month and I wanted to reach out for some help. As we all do our part to engage and educate others about our loved ones, I thought we’d pass along some additional Autism resources for your page. They are a great way to increase understanding and acceptance.'

Students with Autism
Guide to Helping Kids with Autism Sleep Better
Autism Resource Center
Creating an Autism Friendly Home
Autism Support Network Resources
Moving with Kids with Autism
30 Ways to Celebrate Autism Awareness Month
Traveling with Kids with Autism

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'My son, Randy, was in an accident as an adult that changed his abilities. Since our lives changed that day, I’ve spent a lot of time working with other families who have a special needs family member, including children and adults who have autism. I’m not proud to say that before I started volunteering, I hadn’t spent much time with people of any age who have ASD, so it’s truly been moving to make connections with these families. Our experiences aren’t exactly the same, but in a lot of ways, we have much in common.

I thought it might be a good idea to add some supportive ASD-related information to my own site, and I noticed that you have a lot of great resources for those with autism (and their families) already. I don’t know if you’re looking for more of this kind of information, but if you are, this list might be worth adding to your site.

5 Pieces of Advice on Getting a Job with Aspergers or Autism
How to Travel Stress-Free When Your Child Has Autism
How to Create the Ultimate Playroom for a Child with Autism
How to Choose a Summer Camp for Your Child with Autism
Helping Your Child with Socialization
Supporting Students with Autism: 10 Ideas for Inclusive Classrooms
Enhancing Well-Being and Happiness for People with ASD Through Fine Arts

I think it’s great what you’re doing, supporting all individuals and families to simply enjoy life and one another’s company. It means a lot to families like mine and I encourage you to keep at it.

Thanks, Don - AbilityLabs.com'

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