A Father’s Concern for the Future for an Autistic Son
A father spent years looking for ways to help his autistic son. That search led him to SPARK.
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In the past, most autism research was focused on children with autism and their parents. Now there is more research focusing on autistic adults. Also, more autistic adults are involved in setting the research agenda and participating in research that is important to them. The selections below highlight this research and the journeys of autistic adults who are participating in SPARK.
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Webinar: When Autism and Depression Come Together
View this important recorded webinar on autism and depression presented by a clinician, a researcher, and a social worker with autism.
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Autism and the Risk of Bipolar Disorder
Jonathan stopped talking and sleeping before he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. How common is this diagnosis in people with autism?
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Answering the Questions about Autism in Adulthood
Adults on the autism spectrum live in a world that knows very little about them. With their help, researchers hope to change that.
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A Series of Firsts: The Autism Journey of the Lee Family
When it comes to autism, the Lee family is often among the first to try a new program.
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Webinar: The Developing Social Landscape of Adult Autism
In this recorded webinar, Dr. Roger Jou discusses ways of augmenting the social landscape for people of all ages on the spectrum.
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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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A Sense of Community
When volunteering at events for families with autism, Jose Roman enjoys sharing his own experiences.
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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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Becoming Amy: Getting a Genetic Diagnosis in Adulthood
Amy Gravino got an email with big news: SPARK had found the cause of her autism. What did that mean for her?
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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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