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Useful Links

The following web page resources are provided to help you source relevant information only. They are sites maintained by other groups, organisations and individuals, and as such these links are provided in good faith. The presence of a link does not necessarily imply that ARC(S) endorses or supports the originator(s), nor does the absence of a group imply that ARC(S) does not support it. ARC(S) cannot be held responsible for any damage or loss caused by any inaccuracy or inconsistency in linked sites/pages, nor does it have any jurisdiction over the content of these resources or their accessibility. All sites are checked for autism relevance and information content prior to publication here but given the nature of ease of updating on the web, we cannot be held responsible for the quality of the information provided.


A. Professional Associations

B. Parent Support Groups

  • Shoulders
    Online Support Group for Parents with Children with ASD.

  • The National Autistic Society 
    A wide variety of resources and information about autism. Links to sites throughout the UK and the world. Up–to-date research and programme reviews. Tremendously rich website full of practical information about autism, the management of autism, and the education and support of people with autism from young up to adult-hood.

  • BBB Autism Online Support Network
    Useful information for parents with children with autism.

  • Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
    Useful information for parents with children with autism, especially for children with autism in the early intervention years and those with a more concrete learning style.

  • Autism Association Singapore
    Website of Autism Association Singapore with brief information on autism.

C. Autism Societies in Asia

  • Autism Association Singapore
    Website of Autism Association Singapore with brief information on autism.

  • Autism Society of Western Australia
    Information about autism, and useful books and links.

  • Autism Spectrum Australia
    Updated news and events related to autism. ASPECT is one of the largest provider of services to people on the autism spectrum in the eastern states of australia. ASPECT staff also conduct university level training of teachers and other professionals.

D. Treatment Approaches

E. Resource Links

     E1. Autism
  • Divison TEACCH
    Information, materials and training about TEACCH and structured teaching. Discussions on infusing structured teaching principles into academic and non-academic areas are particularly useful.

  • Geneva Centre for Autism
    Autism resources for parents, professionals and individuals with ASD, training and events. Excellent resources for the parents and caregivers of newly diagnosed child with autism.

  • The National Autistic Society
    A wide variety of resources and information about autism. Links to sites throughout the UK and the world. Up-to-date research and programme reviews. Tremendously rich website full of practical information about autism, the management of autism, and the education and support of people with autism from young up to adult-hood.

  • The Center for Autism and Related Disorders
    Events, information and links.

  • The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (Florida)
    Information about autism and links to programs, resources and current research.

  • Autism Today
    Updated news, resources and books. Although focused on the US, some useful links to related organisations and events around the world.

  • American Hyperlexia Association
    Information about Hyperlexia and practical management strategies for educators.

  • Autism Speaks
    Updated news and research on autism.

  • Autism Resource Centre (Singapore)
    Our local website providing an overview of services provided by our charity in Singapore. Training, products and services related to autism are outlined. Our ARC website is the gateway to autism information, and happenings in Singapore at many different levels. Browse through our training options, products and services related to autism.

  • WeCAN EIP Portal
    Useful information about autism and services offered. This site has a license-only log-in section that contains a wealth of information and teaching resources for young children on the autism spectrum developed here in Singapore by the ARC(S) EIP teaching team.

  • Autism New Zealand Inc.
    A practical site with a good educational overview of services available in NZ. Offers books, videos and links.

  • Autism Europe
    Information, events and links.

  • Princeton Child Development Institute
    Resources and research on autism.

  • Autism News of Orange County & the Rest of the World
    A collaborative publication for parents and professionals dedicated to sharing research-based strategies, innovative educational approaches, best practices and experiences in the area of autism.

  • Autism Connect
    Conference papers, discussions, info search database.

     E2. Treatment Therapies
     E3. Social
     E4. Communication
  • The Hanen Centre
    This site has an abundance of articles and stories related to the early development of communication. The Hanen Centre has developed the autism-specific programme 'More Than Words' for early intervention parents and professionals.

  • Pyramid Educational Consultants: Picture Exchange Communication System
    Information about PECS, products, training and newsletters.

  • Polyxo.com: Teaching children with autism
    This is a wonderful site for parents and teachers. Intervention approaches are explained in a thorough and objective way and a wide variety of resources are listed for parents and professionals.

  • LinguiSystems
    LinguiSystems is a website focusing on the development of early language skills using interactive computer software. This site has a wide range of books and resources to support communication. Watch out for the annual sales where you can purchase software at significantly discounted rates.

  • The Autism Home Page
    Various links and information on autism and teaching methodologies.

  • The Learning Company
    Resources and products that may be useful for parents and teachers.

  • Mayer-Johnson
    This website contains a variety of resources and products linked to the Mayer Johnson Symbols. These symbols are routinely used by professionals in special education in Singapore.

  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication Centers
    This site gives an overview of the reasons for using AAC devices and has useful links to resources in autism.

  • Use Visual Strategies.com
    This is a wonderful website for teachers and parents. It has a wide variety of articles, pictures, stories and products that are regularly updated.


     E5. Behaviour
     E6. Sensory      E7. Classroom Supports
  • The National Autistic Society
    A wide variety of resources and information about autism. Links to sites throughout the UK and the world. Up-to-date research and programme reviews. Tremendously rich website full of practical information about autism, the management of autism, and the education and support of people with autism from young up to adult-hood.

  • Do2Learn: Educational Resources for Special Needs
    A very useful and practical website with loads of free shareware resources for parents and professionals.

     E8. Teaching Resources / Activities
     E9. Others
     E10. Research on Approaches, Therapies & Interventions
  • American Academy of Pediatrics
    Research articles.

  • U.S. National Library of Medicine
    Topics and research on autism.

  • The National Autistic Society
    A wide variety of resources and information about autism. Links to sites throughout the UK and the world. Up-to-date research and programme reviews. Tremendously rich website full of practical information about autism, the management of autism, and the education and support of people with autism from young up to adult-hood.

  • Autism Resource Centre (Singapore)
    Our local website providing an overview of services provided by our charity in Singapore. Training, products and services related to autism are outlined. Our ARC website is the gateway to autism information, and happenings in Singapore at many different levels. Browse through our training options, products and services related to autism.

  • Cochrane Collaboration
    The Cochrane Collaboration has a comprehensive summary of scientific studies on many diseases, including autism. It critically analyses the results of many studies together to see whether certain treatments are effective

  • The National Autistic Society: 'Is there a cure?'
    An article addressing the concerns of parents with newly diagnosed children with autism. Lists related resources and links.

  • The National Autistic Society: 'Approaches, Therapies and Interventions'
    An article that presents and talks about the various therapies and interventions available.

F. Related Interests