What Menstrual Products Do Autistic Youth Prefer?
What menstrual products do autistic youth prefer? A new SPARK study answers that question.
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The road to adulthood can be interesting, fun, and difficult. But the teen years and transition to adulthood can be even more challenging for autistic teens and young adults. The articles and webinars listed below describe what researchers are learning about this age group — from puberty to education to friendship to finding employment.
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SPARK Research Match Report: What Do Autistic Young Adults Say About Their Strengths and Difficulties?
This SPARK Research Match report summarizes research on the strengths and difficulties described by autistic young adults.
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Webinar: Breaking Barriers to Physical Activity-How Digital Health, Family, and Peer Support Can Empower Autistic Adults
View this recorded webinar, which focuses on physical activity and autistic adults.
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Webinar: Understanding Strengths and Talents in Autistic Adults-Insights from Research
This recorded webinar highlights research on strengths in autistic adults and shows how strengths-based perspectives can help.
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Decoding the Medical Complexities of an Autistic Son
A mother pursued answers for years about her autistic son’s complex medical issues. Learn what she discovers.
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SPARK Research Match Summary Report: Does an Online Survey Tool Enable Teens and Young Adults With Autism and Developmental Disabilities to Report on Their Needs Accurately?
This SPARK Research Match Summary Report discusses a study testing a self-report online tool for people with IDD.
Learn MoreSPARK Research Match Summary Report: How Do the Health Care Experiences of Autistic Teens and Young Adults in Rural Areas Compare to Those in Urban Areas?
This SPARK Research Match report describes a study aimed at understanding the differences between urban and rural healthcare experiences as reported by autistic people.
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Planificación para la Transición: Estrategias para Padres y Jóvenes con Discapacidades
Esta presentación ofrece una guía completa para jóvenes, padres y cuidadores sobre cómo apoyar a los jóvenes con discapacidades durante la transición de la infancia a la adultez.
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Webinar: Surviving and Thriving in the Real World-Building Practical Life Skills in Autistic Adolescents
In this recorded webinar, Amy Duncan, Ph.D., reviews the research on targeting age-appropriate life skills in autistic adolescents.
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Webinar: Love and Autism-Building Connections in Affirming Ways
In this recorded webinar, Eileen Crehan shares current research and clinical recommendations to provide affirming, tailored support and advocacy for healthy romantic and/or sexual relationships for autistic people.
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Webinar: Exploring Depression among Black Autistic Youth and Improving Their Mental Health
Understanding the intersection of being Black, autistic, and experiencing depression is crucial. In this recorded webinar, Dr. Williams addresses these challenges and the importance of enhancing conversations about depression.
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