SPARK

WHY JOIN SPARK

You’ll be part of the largest autism research community
It’s simple and free
We are committed to autism research for decades to come
Together we can advance the understanding of autism

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What SPARK Has Accomplished

Who Can Join

SPARK is for all individuals living in the U.S. with a professional diagnosis of autism and their family members
All ages are welcome

How to Join

Create an account online
Agree to share data and genetic information
Registration takes about 20 minutes

What Participation Means

Participation is online and free
Your information will be kept private and secure
Answer questions about your autism experience
Return your saliva kit if you agree to genetic research
Learn about additional research opportunities

MEET OUR PARTICIPANTS

Black, Mother, Wife, and Autistic: The Intersectionality of Motherhood

Since her diagnosis, Vonda better understands how she interacts with the world, interacts with her husband and mother, and how she mothers her three sons.

Debunking Autism Stereotypes: Cami’s Story

Camryn did not fit the stereotype of someone with autism. Did that delay her diagnosis?

Married, with Autism: Meet the Davenports

Courtney and Bill Davenport are united by their love, an interest in video games, and autism. How might their shared diagnosis affect them?

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WEBINARS

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Upcoming

Cora Taylor, Ph.D.

Preparing for Puberty in Children with Autism

August 30, 2022

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Matt Siegel

Webinar: Psychiatric Hospitalization for Serious Emotional and Behavioral Challenges in Autism

July 20, 2022

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WHY JOIN SPARK

Who Can Join

How to Join

What Participation Means

MEET OUR PARTICIPANTS

Black, Mother, Wife, and Autistic: The Intersectionality of Motherhood

Debunking Autism Stereotypes: Cami’s Story

Married, with Autism: Meet the Davenports

WEBINARS

Preparing for Puberty in Children with Autism

Webinar: Psychiatric Hospitalization for Serious Emotional and Behavioral Challenges in Autism

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