When a Grandchild Has Autism
What roles do grandparents play in the lives of their grandchildren with autism?
Read MorePeople from all over the country are joining SPARK, and they want to share their stories. From anecdotes about registering for SPARK to accounts of how families dealt with diagnoses, SPARK community members are sharing their experiences with one another.
Meet some of our SPARK participants by exploring this section.
What roles do grandparents play in the lives of their grandchildren with autism?
Read MoreJonny and Sophie share some severe symptoms of autism, but like any two siblings, they have their own preferences, from music to skiing.
Read MoreWhat happens when two psychologists realize their son has autism? The answer may surprise you.
Read MoreHunter came into the world 13 weeks early, a tiny preemie with a big spirit. Now a teen, Hunter, who has autism, continues to astound his family.
Read MoreWhen her son was diagnosed with autism, one mother decided to do everything she could to help him, including returning to school to study applied behavior analysis.
Read MoreWhen volunteering at events for families with autism, Jose Roman enjoys sharing his own experiences.
Read MoreThe McBrides, one of the first families to join SPARK, have five family members with autism. SPARK found a genetic diagnosis for one of them.
Read MoreDespite Hurricane Maria and a move, a family keeps its focus on helping a son, and others, with autism.
Read MoreIn 2016, the Steins joined a new autism study called SPARK. What’s happened with them, and SPARK, since then?
Read MoreAlthough the road to adulthood can be bumpy for people with autism, Joseph Beno has moved smoothly from high school to employment and owning a car.
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