At 30 Years Old, a Genetic Diagnosis
Decades after their son was diagnosed with autism, the Jarboe family learned that he has a gene change in one of his chromosomes, structures inside cells that contain our DNA.
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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Decades after their son was diagnosed with autism, the Jarboe family learned that he has a gene change in one of his chromosomes, structures inside cells that contain our DNA.
Read MoreErin is a mom on a mission. She wants to find out if her son has a genetic change, so she can better manage his health.
Read MoreA Texas family found a path forward after learning from SPARK that their son has a rare change to his MED13 gene.
Read MoreIn this recorded webinar, Emily Kuschner discusses eating issues and autism.
Read MoreMany scientists say the key to understanding autism lies within the brain. How and why does the brain work differently in people with autism? Learn more about brain research.
Read MoreIn this webinar video, David Amaral and Cynthia Schumann discuss how studying the human brain contributes to our understanding of autism.
Read MoreAshleigh Warren had questions about autism spectrum disorder. Why do relatively few girls and women have autism? Why are many people on the spectrum sensitive to sound or touch?
Read MoreIn this webinar, Ericka Wodka discusses the challenges children with autism often have focusing, maintaining attention, and planning and organizing their environment.
Read MoreFinding information about, and services for, autism seemed like a mystery to Cara Stepanian. Her family took steps to shed more light on ASD.
Read MoreWhen Trudi Sullivan was being evaluated for an autism spectrum disorder, she was ushered into a room that included a child-sized chair. That chair was a reminder that she was getting her diagnosis later than most people — decades later.
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