What to Know About Toilet Training Your Child with Autism
Children on the autism spectrum learn to use the toilet later than others. How can families and caregivers help them learn this skill?
Read MoreThe 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.
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Children on the autism spectrum learn to use the toilet later than others. How can families and caregivers help them learn this skill?
Read MoreRegister for this upcoming webinar to learn how can caregivers can help their autistic children develop personal care skills including hygiene tasks and toilet training.
Read MoreTwo in five autistic adults in SPARK identify as LGBQ+. What does that mean for their stress levels, mental health, and quality of life?
Read MoreIn this recorded webinar, Ericka Wodka, Ph.D., discusses recent research on autism in girls and women.
Read MoreWe know very little about autistic people as they age. Adults in the SPARK study are changing that. Find out how.
Read MoreMilosz Gasior may struggle to speak, but when he sits at the piano, he communicates effortlessly, in musical notes. Learn about the melodic world of this 20-year-old in SPARK.
Read MoreIn this recorded webinar, Jake Michaelson discusses findings from a recent study on language and autistic adults.
Read MoreHow can you prepare your child with autism for a dental visit? Read these tips from dentists and SPARK parents.
Read MorePeople with autism face challenges with dental care. How can families and dentists help make care easier?
Read MoreIn this recorded webinar, Dr. Yineman discusses how to make visits to the dental office more tolerable.
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