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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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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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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Students across the autism spectrum can attend college, whether they have a traditional high school diploma or not. How can you find the right program?
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Many students struggle to adjust to the challenges of college, from difficult classes to dorm living. But for people on the autism spectrum, the transition can be more abrupt and dramatic.
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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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Children and adults with autism are at a greater risk for an inactive lifestyle and obesity than others. What unique challenges to physical fitness do they face?
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One of autism’s enduring questions is why do many children and adults on the spectrum under- or over-react to sound? Learn what we know, and don’t know, about sensory differences.
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These are stressful times, and things are changing daily in the face of COVID-19. Learn what you, as a SPARK participant, can do.
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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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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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