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A.D.A.M. "Autism." Google Health. Google. Web. 3 Nov. 2010. . - This site just gives the basic medical diagnosis of Autism. I think in order to explain Autism's effects on literacy (or whatever you're doing), you need to first explain generally what Autism is. That way, you have a base on which to form your argument. If the person reading your paper has no prior knowledge of Autism, then they will be completely in the dark while reading it. The site gives a general medical overview of Autism's causes, symptoms, and treatments.

This website gives you a detailed description of Autism and autistic spectrum disorders. This website also gives you indicators, treatment options, and much more for autistic spectrum disorders. 3, By Age. "NIMH · Autism Spectrum Disorders (Pervasive Developmental Disorders)." NIMH · Home. Web. 21 Nov. 2010. .

This website is a description of what Austism specturm disorder is. It also explains treatments for Autism spectrum disorder. "Autism Spectrum Disorders in Children and Teens." Massachusetts General Hospital Home Page - Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA. Web. 21 Nov. 2010. .

Tetreault, Allison Serra, and Dorothea C. Lerman. "Teaching Social Skills to Children with Autism using Point-of-View Video Modeling." Education & Treatment of Children 33.3 (2010): 395-419. Academic Search Complete. EBSCO. Web. 17 Nov. 2010. Video modeling is used as a technique for developing children with autism. One of the techniques used is POVM, which teaches children to maintain a conversation with a conversant. This study also helps improve vocal behavior, and eye contact. This practice has been shown to improve joint attention, self help, academic instruction, communication, and community survival. The use of these videos have also improved social skills in autistic people.