SPARK’s Pilot Study Finds Genetic Results for 10 Percent of Families
Genetic analysis from the first 457 families to enroll in SPARK provides new support for several genes linked to autism.
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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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Spotlight: Denise Lombardi Advocates for Autism and Epilepsy Research
The Lombardis joined SPARK to help scientists learn more about autism and epilepsy, which both affect son RJ. They want better treatments to reduce the risks of seizures. “This is a matter of life or death,” RJ’s mother says.
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Community Spotlight: Advocate Adam Farris Imagines the Possibilities
As a young man, Adam Farris found himself in a tough place. With poor social skills, he could not keep a job or friends. Then he received an autism diagnosis – and help with social and life skills. With that, he transformed his life.
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Webinar on Involving Siblings of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
In this webinar, Carolyn Shivers discusses research on the experiences of typically-developing siblings of people who have autism.
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Treating Anxiety and Depression Through the Lifespan
In this webinar, Roma Vasa and Elizabeth Wise share information about research on anxiety and depression in autism. They also provide information about various treatments for anxiety and depression.
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Sleep and Autism: Helping Families Get the Rest They Need
In this webinar, Beth Malow shares more about research on sleep and autism. She also gives practical tips and resources related to sleep.
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What Information SPARK Collects, and Why
Dr. LeeAnne Green-Snyder describes what information SPARK collects and why.
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What You Need To Know About Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy
In this webinar, Melissa Hale gives a general overview of ABA and provides examples of research that shows its effectiveness.
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Good News for Late Talkers: More Children with Autism Learn to Speak than Previously Believed
Researchers have found that most young children with autism spectrum disorder and severe language delay developed “phrase or fluent” speech by age 8, with almost half achieving fluent speech.
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Genetic Diagnosis Tied to Autism Reveals Undiagnosed Heart Condition
Their son’s genetic diagnosis revealed an undiagnosed heart condition.
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