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.
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“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.
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Webinar: Strategies for Caregivers to Support Emotion Regulation
Register for this live webinar in which the speaker will discuss emotion dysregulation in autism.
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PODER Familiar: Promoviendo la salud de niños con discapacidades y sus familias
Esta presentación explora la salud de familias cuidando niño/as con discapacidades del desarrollo incluyendo el autismo y describe una intervención desarrollada para promover la salud de familias Latinas. Un ejemplo de una de las sesiones estaré presentado, manejando el estrés.
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SPARK 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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Webinar: Calm and Connected Care-Digital Tools Transforming Autism Support
In this recorded webinar, Heather Nuske, Ph.D., discusses digital tools designed to support emotional regulation and foster collaboration between families and professionals.
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SPARK Research Match Summary Report: What Role Does Stigma Play in the Use of Autism Services by Different Groups?
This SPARK Research Match report describes a study about the role that stigma plays in the use of services by different groups.
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Your Questions About Autism, Answered
You or your child has just been diagnosed with autism. You have questions. SPARK has answers.
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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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Understanding Research: An Autism Researcher Answers Your Questions
You’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.
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When Dinnertime is a Struggle: Very Picky Eating in Children with Autism
Picky eating can be more intense and last longer in children with autism. What can families do when mealtime becomes a struggle?
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Webinar: Feeding Difficulties-When is it More Than Picky Eating?
In this recorded webinar, Dena Kelly discusses feeding difficulties in autism.
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