Parents and doctors share their advice and knowledge. Discussions include a range of opinions on causes, diagnosis, therapy, and general coping skills -- some more orthodox than others.

What causes autism? Although it's still a mystery, this article will help you understand one of the more controversial theories: Vaccinations cause autism.

Early diagnosis and intervention is crucial in autism. Read about one of the exciting new research ideas that uses head circumference at birth to better understand and diagnose autism.

Great stories from families coping with autism. They understand the difficult journey you face, and their words will help you.

Check out the videos on Channel 8, especially "The Other Child" and "Building Brain Architecture." Other channels also have useful video and audio clips, which will help you understand current research.

Spend it taking a crash course in understanding autism, includes symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options. Get a certificate at the end.

Learn how autism affects people and those around them. Also includes quick facts, historical information and video clips for understanding autism.

Begin your understanding of autism here. Includes a detailed summary of the characteristics and common problems that accompany autism.

What types of speech and language problems do autistics face? This article addresses frequently asked questions to help you in understanding these issues.

Social gaffes and crossed signals are common symptoms of autism. People who work or live with autistics discuss these issues here.

Want to better understand what distinguishes Asperger's Syndrome from autism? This article provides a detailed description of the behavioral traits and treatment options for Asperger's Syndrome.

To stay current and expand your understanding of autism, check out the article "Mirror, Mirror in the Brain." Also included are other great articles highlighting the latest research findings.

It's controversial, but some parents and doctors believe a change in diet can alleviate some autism symptoms. To better understand these gluten-free and casein-free diets, read on!