Autism: The Hidden Epidemic?- msnbc.com

More U.S. families in the grip of autism

While the causes for the dramatic rise in autism cases over the past decade are the subject of much debate, one thing is certain: early diagnosis is crucial. FULL STORY

As autism cases soar, a search for clues

Inside the autism treatment maze

How families connect to cope with autism

Virtual world teaches real-world skills

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Vote: What's behind the rise in autism?

Autism resources, treatment and support

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'Autism: The Hidden Epidemic?' on DVD

"Autism: The Hidden Epidemic?" is a compilation of NBC News special reports on the subject of America's fastest growing serious developmental disability. Included on the DVD are an 11-part "Today" show series, a four-part series from CNBC, extensive reporting from "Nightly News with Brian Williams," as well as comprehensive coverage on autism that aired on MSNBC, NBC Universal's owned-and-operated stations and Telemundo.

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FACT FILES

What are the signs and symptoms?

Guide to autism spectrum disorders

Guide to treatment options

MORE INFORMATION

Autism Speaks

Autism resources, treatment and support

Autism Society of America

National Alliance for Autism Research

CDC's Autism Information Center

National Institute of Mental Health

Cure Autism Now Foundation

Autism Research Institute

Autism Coalition

National Autism Association

Floortime Foundation

Organization for Autism Research

RDI Connect

Unlocking Autism

Therapeutic Riding

American Music Therapy Association

Yoga Therapy / Integrated Movement Therapy

Experimental Education Unit

Vanderbilt Kennedy Center

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SPECIAL COVERAGE FROM NBC NEWS

Bob Wright: 'I want my grandson back'

Today: Is autism in the genes?

Today: The Marino family’s fight

Nightly: Debate rages over vaccines' role

Nightly: Movies help doctors discover autism

Nightly: Autism on the rise nationwide

Nightly: Parents push for a cure

CNBC: Demand soars for autism services

CNBC: Mild autism has 'selective advantages'

CNBC: Autism Speaks' awareness campaign

CNBC: Parents battle for medical coverage

CNBC: Research targets early intervention

Today Show: Autism Book Features

Da Capo Press	Opening Walker’s heart and mind In 'The Boy Who Loved Windows,' Patricia Stacey tells how her son was saved from autistic isolation. Read an excerpt
Da Capo Press	Encouraging intellectual and emotional growth Stanley Greenspan, Serena Wieder and Robin Simons integrate research and clinical experience into a definitive guide on raising special needs children. Read an excerpt

NEWSWEEK'S AUTISM COVERAGE

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Scientists are now looking for the earliest signs of the mysterious disorder as desperate parents hunt for treatments that may improve their children's lives

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'My mind began to wake up'
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Live Talk: Claudia Kalb chats about autism
Join Claudia Kalb for a Live Talk Wednesday, Feb. 23, at noon ET as she discusses the mysterious brain disorder

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