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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Get the latest autism updates from SPARK, including information about genes and ASD research, webinars, and personal stories from our community.
Our ‘genes’ page provides short, easy-to-understand descriptions of genes linked to autism. Under ‘research’, you’ll find the latest updates from SPARK and other autism studies. In our ‘stories’ section, families, scientists and others share their journeys. In our monthly webinars, speakers from the autism community provide useful information for families and people with autism. All are welcome–invitation links are issued in our monthly newsletter. If you have suggestions for webinar topics, please email us at webinars@sparkforautism.org.
The Preemie with a Fighting Spirit
Hunter came into the world 13 weeks early, a tiny preemie with a big spirit. Now a teen, Hunter, who has autism, continues to astound his family.
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After a Genetic Diagnosis, the Opportunity to Connect
Learning the genetic basis for her son’s autism brought a mother to other families — and a glimpse into the future.
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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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Girl Power: Family Wants to Help Shine a Light on Girls with Autism
When Alycia Halladay Ross heard that a huge autism study was launching, she knew she had to join for her daughter and all the other girls with autism.
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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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Life with Autism, Times Five
The McBrides, one of the first families to join SPARK, have five family members with autism. SPARK found a genetic diagnosis for one of them.
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Five Years Along, the Stein Family and SPARK
In 2016, the Steins joined a new autism study called SPARK. What’s happened with them, and SPARK, since then?
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