Researchers Look for Clues to Autism in the Environment
What causes ASD? Is a mix of genetic and environmental factors at work?
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Get the latest autism updates from SPARK, including information about genes and ASD research, webinars, and personal stories from our community.
Our ‘genes’ page provides short, easy-to-understand descriptions of genes linked to autism. Under ‘research’, you’ll find the latest updates from SPARK and other autism studies. In our ‘stories’ section, families, scientists and others share their journeys. In our monthly webinars, speakers from the autism community provide useful information for families and people with autism. All are welcome–invitation links are issued in our monthly newsletter. If you have suggestions for webinar topics, please email us at webinars@sparkforautism.org.
Feeding Problems in Children with Autism
Research differs on how prevalent picky eating is in children with autism, but it does make clear that children with autism are much more likely than typically developing children to be selective about food.
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Autism in the Teen Years: What to Expect, How to Help
Research into autism in the teen years is in its infancy.
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Finding a College Program for Students with Autism
Regardless of where a student falls on the autism spectrum, there is a U.S. college program for him. But it probably will take some research to find the right fit. Here are some resources and tips that can help.
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Autism and the College Experience
The transition to college can be even more challenging for students with autism.
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Daily Living Skills: A Key to Independence for People with Autism
Daily living skills are essential to adulthood. Difficulties with everyday activities such as bathing, cooking, cleaning and handling money could drastically reduce an individual’s chance of achieving independence in adulthood
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Coming of Age: Autism and the Transition to Adulthood
Young adults with autism face monumental challenges for services, housing and jobs.
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When a Psychiatric Crisis Hits: Children with Autism in the Emergency Room
Hospital emergency rooms pose particular problems for children with ASD. Yet, children with ASD are nine times more likely to visit an ER for psychiatric problems than children who don’t have autism.
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Are Girls With Autism Hiding in Plain Sight?
Scientists are making discoveries that challenge common assumptions about autism, girls and gender
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