ASPERGER SYNDROME

ASPERGER SYNDROME

Asperger Syndrome Support and Awareness

of Central Illinois Website

ASPERGER SYNDROME (AS) is a developmental disorder. It is an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), one of a distinct group of neurological conditions characterized by symptoms ranging from mild to severe. It is a condition that affects the way a person communicates and relates to others, as well as repetitive or restrictive patterns of thought and behavior. There can be many conditions that can be co-morbid with autism spectrum disorder.

According to New CDC Report- Washington, D.C., Feb. 8, 2007-The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released, through its Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), the latest revised prevalence figures for autism / Asperger syndrome/autism spectrum disorders . The report indicates that the prevalence of autism is now 1 in 150, up from the 1 in 166 figure reported by the CDC in January 2004.

For the complete Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report go to http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/PDF/wk/mm5517.pdf

Asperger Syndrome Support and Awareness of Central Illinois was formed to help educate families about Asperger Syndrome and related autism spectrum disorders, bring awareness, give emotional support, and build a strong collaborate relationship between the families, schools, community and medical professional providers about issues consistent with Asperger Syndrome and related autistic spectrum disorders.

Please feel free to look through our website to obtain information to help you learn about Asperger Syndrome and related autism spectrum disorder We offer links to different websites, places to go to order books, toys and gluten free items, information on Illinois support groups in your area, a short story and just some helpful ideas.

**As we hope that you can learn and gather some helpful information about Asperger Syndrome and related autism spectrum disorder from our website, we do not recommend or endorse specific diagnostic or therapeutic regimens at our meetings, on our website, in our email, or when we have speakers, whether educational, psychological or medical. Parents and affected individuals should always consult with a professional of their choice, to determine the best course of treatment for their child or for themselves. The information, ideas and personal experiences obtained from our meetings, email, website or speakers is not intended in any way to be substitution for your professional, medical or psychological advice. We do like to inform you of any conferences, workshops, new books, latest research information and laws that is brought to our attention. As with any information that you obtain about Asperger Syndrome and related autism spectrum disorder , be cautious and investigate for yourself as you would with any other information that you would obtain.

ASPERGER SYNDROME SUPPORT & AWARENESS of CENTRAL ILLINOIS

WELCOMES YOU TO OUR NEXT SUPPORT MEETING

      Springfield, Illinois

September 4, 2008

         Meetings: 1st Thursday of the month

         (excluding Jan., June, July & Aug.)

         7:00 to 9:00 pm

        University of Illinois in Springfield

        V.P.A. Building, Room 153

     Galesburg,Illinois

May 26, 2008

        Meetings: 4th Monday of the month

        (excluding Dec., June, July & Aug.)

        starts at 7:00 pm

       Sandburg Mall, Community Room

Springfield support meetings are facilitated by:

Dr. Karen Kirkendall, Ph.D.

Specialization: Developmental Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, and Developmental Disabilities

DIRECTIONS

The parking in very close to the entrance- Enter at PARKING LOT A (east side of the university), pull into the parking lot and take a sharp turn to your right, then drive forward until you reach the metal buildings, then take a left and park at the west end of the parking lot. You will see a pathway. Our room is in the first building on the right.

Map of University http://www.uis.edu/maps/lg_uis_map.html

Asperger Syndrome Support and Awareness of Central Illinois is an all volunteer Central Illinois based non-profit group for Asperger Syndrome and related autism spectrum disorders . It was created in 2001, by Richard and Diana Noble, parents of a child diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome who became aware of the increasing need for information, education and support on Asperger Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder, in the Springfield, Illinois surrounding area.

Board of Directors:

Diana Noble-President

Dr. Karen Kirkendall, Ph.D.-Vice President/Secretary

Richard Noble R.Ph.-Treasurer

Email d.noble@comcast.net

website voluntarily created by: M. Nathan Seiboldt