Richland/Lexington Disabilities and Special Needs Board
Autism
Autism is defined as abnormal or impaired development in social interaction and communication, as well as markedly restricted, repetitive and stereotyyped patterns of behavior, interests and activities manifested prior to three years of age. Problems which are experienced in these areas must fit a specific pattern of disturbance that is outlined in Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition.
Eligibility for Services
Information that is helpful in determining eligibility includes social information relevant to developmental history, medical records and psychological records.
Services Available
Following is a list of some of the services available to people with autism. (Please note that available services may differ from county to county, and are based on individual needs.)
Individual and Family Support Services
Day Services for Adults
Residential Services
Autism Division
South Carolina Department of Disaabilities & Special Needs
3340 Harden Street Extension
P.O. Box 4706
Columbia, SC 29240
Phone: (803)898-9609
V/TTY: (803)898-9600
Toll Free: 1-888-DSN-INFO (376-4636)
Fax: (803)898-9653
Email: mjones@DDSN.state.sc.us
Links to more Autism
Information
Disclaimer:
Richland/Lexington Disabilities and Special Needs Board is not responsible
for the information contained in the website listed here.
The views presented by these website are not necessarily the views of Richland/Lexington
Disabilties and Special Needs Board.
Viewers are advised to consult their own physician regarding any medical information.
| Books | General information about Autism including links to other sources |
| The Autism Autoimmunity Project | The Autism Autoimmunity Project is a non-profit charity dedicated to obtaining funding for independent research addressing immune and immunogenetic abnormalities in autism. |
| CAN, Cure Autism Now | The Cure Autism Now (CAN) foundation is an organization of parents, clinicians and scientists dedicated to finding effective biological treatments, prevention and a cure for autism and related disorders. |
| Partners in Autism | Parters in Autism Home Page and Interactive Pages |
| The National Autistic Society | Established by parents to encourage a better understanding of autism |
| What is Autism? | Facts about Autism |
| South Carolina Autism Society | Local provider of information, support and advocacy |
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Date last edited: Friday, September 17, 2004