Standard Manuals
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Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders DSM-5
by Call Number: RC455.2.C4 D536 2013ISBN: 9780890425541Publication Date: 2013-05-22
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ICD-10 Version:2016The International Classification of Diseases (ICD) is the standard diagnostic tool for epidemiology, health management and clinical purposes. This includes the analysis of the general health situation of population groups. It is used to monitor the incidence and prevalence of diseases and other health problems, proving a picture of the general health situation of countries and populations.
Local Resources
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Long Island Advocacy CenterThe Long Island Advocacy Center, Inc. (THE LIAC) is a private non-for-profit agency dedicated to
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Day/Residential Programs - Long Island RegionApproved Private Schools Serving Students with Autism
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Cody Center for Autism and Developmental DisabilitiesThe Cody Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities at Stony Brook University works to promote excellence in clinical treatment, research, community service, and educational programs benefiting those with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and related developmental disabilities.
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Specialisterne USASpecialisterne USA is driving the nationwide expansion of the proven international job creation and employment concept, Specialisterne (“The Specialists”). We assess, train and employ individuals with autism as consultants in IT and other sectors with technically oriented tasks and jobs, with 80-90% of our employees working at corporate partner sites.
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Employment for People with DisabilitiesThe webpage features information for individuals with disabilities who want to work and for providers of employment supports.
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New York Self-Determination CoalitionThe New York Self-Determination Coalition is an ad hoc group of parents and professionals dedicated to promoting self-determination as an option for persons with developmental disabilities who require support through New York State’s OPWDD HCBS Waiver program.
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Asperger Syndrome & High Functioning Autism Association (AHA) of NYAHA serves individuals on the autism spectrum, their families, and the professionals who work with them, providing crucial resources and support as they face challenges, build on their strengths and fulfill their potential. Learn more about AHA now.
Quotient Questionnaires
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Empathy Quotient QuestionnaireThe Empathy Quotient (EQ) is a 60-item questionnaire (there is also a shorter, 40-item version) designed to measure empathy in adults.
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The Adult Autism Spectrum Quotient (AQ), Ages 16+The AQ is a 50-item questionnaire developed by The Autism Research Centre at the University of Cambridge.
