The articles and webinars below highlight the latest autism research findings made possible by SPARK participants, researchers, and others throughout the world. You can also read about the autism journeys of SPARK families.
To browse through our articles, webinars, and family stories by topic, view our Topics in Autism page.
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Understanding the intersection of being Black, autistic, and experiencing depression is crucial. In this webinar, Dr. Williams will address these challenges and the importance of enhancing conversations about depression.
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In this recorded webinar, Stephen Shore, Ed.D., discusses how deficits and challenges attributed to autism can be reframed as strengths.
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Julia knew her daughter had autism by the time the girl was only 1. How could she be so sure?
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Collecting science facts, flapping your hands, and being very sensitive to sound are all traits of autism. What ties them together?
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Many teens and young adults across the autism spectrum struggle with getting up on time, organizing their day, cleaning, and shopping. Why are everyday skills so difficult — and so important?
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In this recorded webinar, the speakers discuss brain research and Autism BrainNet, a resource for postmortem brain tissue.
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You’re bombarded with information about autism interventions. How can you tell if there’s scientific evidence for them? A SPARK researcher explains what research is — and isn’t.
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En el siguiente seminario web, Estrategias Para el Manego de Comportamientos Difíciles, la Dra.Rosmary Ros-Demarize presentará sobre problemas de conducta en niños pequeños.
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What menstrual products do autistic youth prefer? A new SPARK study answers that question.
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You have received your SPARK saliva kit(s). Now what? This article provides resources that can help.
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