Autism

1. Screening Tools & Developmental Information

• M-CHAT‑R (Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, Revised)
  A quick online screening questionnaire to assess autism risk in toddlers. It only takes a few minutes and can help guide next steps.  We provide these in office as well. MCHAT

• CDC’s Learn the Signs. Act Early.
  Offers free milestone checklists, a Milestone Tracker app, and developmental guidance from 2 months to 5 years. Great for monitoring early red flags.  CDC Act Early

• Child Mind Institute Symptom Checker
  An easy-to-use online “autism test” that provides personalized insights into behaviors your child is exhibiting.  Child Mind

2. Educational Guides & Family Resources

• Autism Speaks – Autism Resource Guide & Parent’s Guide
  Offers a comprehensive compilation of state-by-state resources, plus a downloadable guide to help families navigate early diagnosis and support.  autism speaks

• AACAP’s Autism Resource Center
  Developed by the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, this hub includes FAQs, fact sheets, clinical resources, books, and getting-help guidance.  aacap

• Children’s National Hospital – Family Resources
  Lists trusted autism-related organizations and visual supports, plus helpful guides for preparing children for healthcare visits.  children's national

3. Support Networks & Advocacy

• Neurodiversity Resource of the Panhandle- resource for the local community that provides comprehensive support, educational resources and a welcoming community. neurodiversity resource

• FSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)
  Offers free consultations, resource referrals, training, and support groups across Florida — including your area. Not a diagnostic center, but invaluable for navigating next steps. fsu card

• Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)
  Led by autistic people, this nonprofit provides advocacy resources, policy education, and community support from an autism-positive standpoint.  

• Autism Network International (ANI)
  A peer-led movement emphasizing autistic culture and community, started as a pen-pal network and now includes newsletters and forums.  

4. Latest Insights & Context

• Verywell Mind – Early Autism Signs in Babies
  Recent coverage on early indicators of autism and the importance of early intervention.  

• AsYouAre.com—Virtual Autism Evaluations

• Golden Steps & Hopebridge – Virtual Autism Evaluations
  Explore telehealth-based autism toolkits and evaluations—useful if you need remote options.  

• Navigating the Wait for Diagnosis
  This personal-family story offers guidance and emotional support for parents experiencing long wait times (18 months to 5 years) for assessments.  

Virtual Testing Option for Autism (accepts Medicaid)