Webinar: Autism and Mental Health – Co-morbid Conditions Across the Lifespan
In this recorded webinar, Dr. Gwynette discusses autism and mental health throughout the lifespan.
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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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Overcoming Barriers to Help a Son with Autism
When her son was diagnosed with autism, one mother decided to do everything she could to help him, including returning to school to study applied behavior analysis.
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After a Genetic Diagnosis, the Opportunity to Connect
Learning the genetic basis for her son’s autism brought a mother to other families — and a glimpse into the future.
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A Sense of Community
When volunteering at events for families with autism, Jose Roman enjoys sharing his own experiences.
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Webinar: The Future of SPARK and Autism Research
In this recorded webinar, Dr. Wendy Chung provides an overview of the SPARK study and where autism research is headed.
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The Pivot: Researcher Gabriel Dichter Focuses on Autism
Gabriel Dichter, one of SPARK’s first researchers, has a deep sense that incredible discoveries about autism are coming in the next five to 10 years.
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Celebrating SPARK’s 5th Anniversary
Read about SPARK’s first five years and what we’ve accomplished as a community.
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Girl Power: Family Wants to Help Shine a Light on Girls with Autism
When Alycia Halladay Ross heard that a huge autism study was launching, she knew she had to join for her daughter and all the other girls with autism.
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Webinar: Autistic Adults and COVID-19
Watch this recorded webinar with Dr. Vanessa Bal. She discusses her research on COVID-19 and autistic adults, and answers questions about the study and mental health.
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The Importance of Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Autism Research
SPARK wants to increase racial and ethnic diversity in autism research. Learn what it’s doing to reach communities that are underrepresented.
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