Autism is not a disease. It is “a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn, and behave” (National Institute of Mental Health). Below you will find information about autism from a variety of reputable sources.
National Institute of Mental Health – Autism Spectrum Disorder
TED – Why Autism Is Often Missed in Women and Girls | Kate Kahle
National Autistic Society – How to talk and write about autism
Autism Speaks – Adult Autism Diagnosis Toolkit
In addition to guidance on autism diagnosis in adults, this document provides information related to rights for people living with autism under the ADA, Rehabilitation Act and other laws, as well as services and supports like therapy and self-advocacy.
Sage Journals – Autistics working in academia: What are the barriers and facilitators?
Devon Price, PhD – Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity (Book)