What Do We Really Know about Animal Interventions for Autism?
Adam Lloyd experienced many of the usual autism therapies as a child, but in a most unusual place ─ sitting on a horse.
Learn More“What do we do now?” Although many treatments and therapies are supposed to help with autism, few have been studied enough to know whether they really do (or don’t) work. In the articles and webinars listed below, we explore autism therapies and treatments, the evidence that supports their use, and what we are learning from the experience of individuals and families who have used them.
Browse Topics A-ZAdam Lloyd experienced many of the usual autism therapies as a child, but in a most unusual place ─ sitting on a horse.
Learn MoreThis SPARK Research Match report describes a study aimed at understanding the differences between urban and rural healthcare experiences as reported by autistic people.
Learn MoreIn this webinar, Heather Nuske, Ph.D., will discuss digital tools designed to support emotional regulation and foster collaboration between families and professionals.
Learn MoreThis SPARK Research Match report describes a study about the role that stigma plays in the use of services by different groups.
Learn MoreYou or your child has just been diagnosed with autism. You have questions. SPARK has answers.
Learn MoreUnderstanding 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.
Learn MoreYou’re bombarded with information about autism interventions. How can you tell if there’s scientific evidence for them? A SPARK researcher explains what research is — and isn’t.
Learn MorePicky eating can be more intense and last longer in children with autism. What can families do when mealtime becomes a struggle?
Learn MoreIn this recorded webinar, Dena Kelly discusses feeding difficulties in autism.
Learn MoreCan you tell if babies will develop autism by analyzing what they look at? After years of research, neuroscientist Karen Pierce has an answer to that question.
Learn MoreIn this recorded webinar, Dr. Pierce discusses how eye tracking works to reveal visual and auditory attention patterns in children with autism.
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