SPARK Snapshots: A Window Into the Autism Journey
SPARK Snapshots summarize the data that we have collected. View our latest, which provides a window into the journey of SPARK participants.
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Get the latest autism updates from SPARK, including information about genes and ASD research, webinars, and personal stories from our community.
Our ‘genes’ page provides short, easy-to-understand descriptions of genes linked to autism. Under ‘research’, you’ll find the latest updates from SPARK and other autism studies. In our ‘stories’ section, families, scientists and others share their journeys. In our monthly webinars, speakers from the autism community provide useful information for families and people with autism. All are welcome–invitation links are issued in our monthly newsletter. If you have suggestions for webinar topics, please email us at webinars@sparkforautism.org.
Self-Care for Parents of Children with Autism: A Q&A with Dr. Kristin Pleines
What’s self-care, and why is it important? Dr. Kristin Pleines answers questions for parents and caregivers of children with autism.
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An Autism Mystery: Why is Speech Elusive for Some on the Spectrum?
From 25 percent to 35 percent of people with autism speak few or no words. Why don’t we know more about them?
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Diagnosing and Treating Anxiety in People with Autism
What challenges do people with autism face in getting an anxiety diagnosis and finding treatments tailored to them? This is part two of a two-part series.
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Anxiety’s Toll on Children and Adults with Autism
An extraordinary number of children and adults with autism also have an anxiety disorder. This is part one of a two-part series.
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First a Cleft Lip, then Autism
More than three years after a genetic diagnosis, Brody Eidam has surpassed doctor’s expectations. But he and his family still face lots of challenges.
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Webinar: Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Don’t miss this recorded webinar in which Eileen Crehan, Ph.D., discusses sexual orientation and gender identity in autism, and provides helpful resources.
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Autistic People More Likely to Identify as LGBTQ
People on the autism spectrum are more likely to identify as LGBTQ than the general population, according to research.
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Unmasking the Social Lives of Teens: Do Autistic Teens Hide Aspects of Themselves to Fit in?
Do teens with autism, especially girls, hide aspects of themselves to fit in socially? A study with SPARK participants had some surprising results.
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Webinar: Infant Brain and Behavior Development in Autism
Watch this recorded webinar to learn about the patterns of early brain development in autism and the potential impact of these findings on future research and clinical practice.
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