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MAAP, our quarterly newsletter, in four volumes,
has a basic format of letters from parents, professionals, and individuals
with autism in which they share advice and information with one
another. Poetry and artwork are sometimes included. In addition,
we have occasional interviews with experts in the field of autism
and notices about conferences concerned with Autism, Asperger’s
Syndrome, or Pervasive Developmental Disorder. The Maap subscription
cost includes four quarterly editions and the optional Networking
Directory. Subscribers will be brought up to date with all current
issues available at the time they subscribe, with the remainder
of the year’s volumes being sent by mail as they are printed.
Your MAAP to the World,
our kid’s newsletter provides four issues of information and fun
for kids. The usual length is 8 pages
The Information Packet contains
“Tips For Teaching High-Functioning Individuals with Autism”, “Seeking
Help, “Some Advice For Others Who Care”, “Diagnostic Criteria of
the Autistic Disorder (DSM IV)”’ a Recommended Reading List, articles
describing more advanced individuals with autism in relatively plain
language, and articles on Inclusion.
The Asperger’s Syndrome Packet contains
information specifically related to Asperger’s Syndrome. Articles
include: “Asperger’s Syndrome: a little known developmental disorder”,
also “Asperger’s Syndrome: Guidelines for Assessment, Diagnosis,
and Intervention”; “Asperger’s Syndrome: Treatment and Intervention”,
both written by Ami Klin, Ph.D., and Fred R. Volkmar, M.D. of The
Yale Child Study Center.
My Side of the Story is
a brief “autobiography” of Beth Moreno who has autism and is Susan
Moreno’s daughter. This “autobiography was a term paper Beth wrote
in college.
High-Functioning Individuals with Autism
was written by Susan Moreno and consists of four basic areas:
(1) an introduction of autism, diagnostic criteria, and definition
of high-functioning autism; (2) the high-functioning autistic
person at home; (3) schooling—selection of a classroom, preparing
the child, preparation for teaching the high-functioning autistic,
preparing fellow students and an autism simulation; and (4) the
high-functioning autistic in the community.
More Advanced Individuals with Autism, Asperger’s
Syndrome and Pervasive Developmental Disorders is
an updated version of Susan Moreno’s book, “High-Functioning Individuals
with Autism.” It also contains appendices about the specific diagnostic
categories, advice for others who care and advice for medical professioals.
Contact: Autism and Excavating the
Inborn Thou is a book by Cheryl
Scott which combines vignettes about Cheryl's son, Reece, and her
explorations into the philosophy of Hans Buber and its application
towards understanding people with autism. Cost : Donations are appreciated
to help cover mailing costs.
Meltdown Cards are standard-sized
business cards with the MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome
contact information on them. The reverse side of the card states
that the person receiving the card is witnessing the “meltdown”
or severe upset of a person with Autism or Asperger Syndrome. The
card requests that they not interfere unless requested, assures
them that the person handing them the card is doing their best to
handle the situation and that they can call MAAP if they have further
questions. These cards are invaluable to people who travel, as they
can avert unfortunate contact with airport security, police and
others who are in authority on the highways, in airports, train
stations, etc.
Autism Awareness Bracelets have
the autism puzzle pieces in primary colors on a blue band. Wear
them to honor the special people in your lives.
Autism Awareness Ribbon Magnets
are ribbons to put on your car bumper, door or
trunk. They are emblazoned with the autism puzzle pieces in primary
colors.
How can I Order these Publications?
Click
here for the MAAP Publication Order Form
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