When Does Autism Begin?
What if almost everything we assumed about how autism begins is wrong? New studies call into question some assumptions about regression in autism.
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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.
Webinar: Developmental Regression in Autism Spectrum Disorder
In this recorded webinar, Dr. Robin Kochel discusses regression – or skill loss – in children with autism.
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Webinar: Explorations of Language in Autism
In this recorded webinar, Helen Tager-Flusberg, Ph.D., helps us understand language development in autism.
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An Autism Mystery: Why is Speech Elusive for Some on the Spectrum?
From 25 percent to 35 percent of people with autism speak few or no words. Why don’t we know more about them?
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A Mother’s Search for Genetic Answers Leads to SPARK
Erin 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.
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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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Acting Out, In Need of Sleep
A parent uses SPARK resources to help her son during a challenging time at school.
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