The articles and webinars below highlight the latest autism research findings made possible by SPARK participants, researchers, and others throughout the world. You can also read about the autism journeys of SPARK families.
To browse through our articles, webinars, and family stories by topic, view our Topics in Autism page.
Register for this webinar, which will take place on February 20th. Jamie Upshaw will discuss how the mischaracterization of individuals with autism can funnel them into the juvenile justice system.
LaVell Juricich spent almost six decades trying to fit in and wondering why she didn’t. When she was 58, she got the answer: she has autism. Now she hopes that research will help others on the spectrum to be who they are.
Research suggests that autistic adults face more health problems than others as they get older. What do we really know about autism in middle and old age?
Many children and adults on the spectrum struggle to get a good night’s sleep. Some SPARK participants are wearing devices that measure their sleep and awake patterns for a new study examining the links between autism, sleep, and genetics.
In this recorded webinar, Cora Taylor, Ph.D., discusses how caregivers can help their children develop personal care skills including hygiene tasks and toilet training.
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