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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Professionals diagnose autism by observing the behavior of a person seeking a diagnosis and by analyzing the person’s developmental history. This collection of articles and webinars addresses how autism is diagnosed, who receives a diagnosis, and the community’s experiences with getting an autism diagnosis.
Black Families in SPARK Reveal Barriers to Autism Help
Black families seeking help for an autistic child may face barriers that include racism, stigma, cultural differences, a lack of information, and limited access to care. That’s according to two studies of Black participants in SPARK.
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An Autism Diagnosis in Middle Age Answers Decades of Questions
LaVell Juricich spent almost six decades trying to fit in and wondering why she didn’t. When she was 58, she got the answer: she has autism. Now she hopes that research will help others on the spectrum to be who they are.
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Webinar: A Guide to Nurturing Social and Communication Skills in Young Children with Autism for Parents
In this recorded webinar, Dr. DeQuinzio discusses how parents can promote social and communication skills in young children with autism.
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Getting an Autism Diagnosis in Adulthood
What’s it like to get an autism diagnosis as an adult? Find out from some people in the SPARK autism study.
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Parenting in a Pandemic: A Journey to Autism Diagnosis and Advocacy
In the early months of the pandemic, Marc and Cristina noticed that something was different about their baby. How would they find their way to an autism diagnosis and services?
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Is Autism Different in Girls?
Is autism different in girls? Learn how SPARK participants are helping researchers create a clearer picture of girls on the spectrum.
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What Should You Do if You Think Your Child Has Autism?
You suspect your child may have autism. How can you find out for sure, and as quickly as possible?
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Webinar: The Autism Evaluation-Expectations, Benefits, and Barriers
In this recorded webinar, Garland Jones, Ph.D., discusses autism evaluations, expectations, benefits, and barriers.
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The Long, Long Road to Autism Diagnoses
A SPARK family had early suspicions that their children might have autism, but that did not lead to early diagnoses. Why was their journey so long?
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