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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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Teen Advocate Avery Cormier Likes “Making Friends with the World”
Teen artist Avery Cormier finds community among youth with autism.
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Webinar: When Epilepsy and Autism Overlap – What Does It Mean?
In this recorded webinar, Dr. Sarah Spence discusses autism and epilepsy.
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Exploring the Connection between Autism and Epilepsy
People with autism have a higher chance of developing epilepsy. What do we know about the autism-epilepsy connection?
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Webinar: Understanding Aggression in Autism
In this recorded webinar, Micah Mazurek discusses what is known about the prevalence, risk factors, and treatment of aggression in individuals with autism.
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Understanding Aggressive Behavior in Autism
Some people with autism struggle with aggression. What do we know about this behavior?
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Webinar: Timing of the Diagnosis of Autism in African American Children
In this recorded webinar, Dr. John Constantino talks about his research into the disparities in the timing of autism diagnoses.
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The Art and Science of Treating Depression in Autism
People with autism have higher rates of depression than others. What treatments are being used with them?
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Making a Smooth Transition to Adulthood, with Autism
Although the road to adulthood can be bumpy for people with autism, Joseph Beno has moved smoothly from high school to employment and owning a car.
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Diagnosing Depression in People with Autism
People with autism are four times more likely to experience depression in their lifetimes than others. What are the risks?
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