A Risk from Within: Understanding and Treating Self-Injury in Autism
Why do many people with autism hit, bite, or otherwise hurt themselves? What can be done to help?
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Autism is a complex condition. Researchers across a wide variety of disciplines, from cell biology to education, are providing insights through their work. The articles listed below discuss what autism researchers are learning with the help of all of the research participants in the autism community.
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Collecting Saliva is Hard – Here Are Some Ways to Make it Easier
If you are collecting saliva for SPARK’s research, here are some tips that may help.
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SPARK Study Finds that More than Two-thirds of Dependent Autistic Adults Have Psychiatric Disorders
The most common psychiatric issues found were anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
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The Future of SPARK
In this recorded webinar, Dr. Wendy Chung shares information about SPARK’s long-term goals and activities.
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Eating Issues and Food Selectivity in Autism Spectrum Disorder
In this recorded webinar, Emily Kuschner discusses eating issues and autism.
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Understanding Autism, Understanding the Brain
Many 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.
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Webinar: Why is Studying the Brain Important for Understanding Autism?
In this webinar video, David Amaral and Cynthia Schumann discuss how studying the human brain contributes to our understanding of autism.
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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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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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